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Arizona Route 66 Museum: A Journey Through the Mother Road

Experience the glory days of America's Mother Road at the Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman's historic Powerhouse.

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Located in Kingman's historic Powerhouse, the Arizona Route 66 Museum showcases the evolution of travel along Route 66. Through immersive exhibits, visitors can experience the road's rich history, from its origins as a Native American trade route to its heyday as a symbol of American car culture.

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  • Powerhouse Visitor Center, 120 W Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, Arizona, 86401, US
  • +1928-753-9889

Local tips

  • Arrive early, especially on weekends, to avoid crowds and have ample time to explore the exhibits.
  • Your admission ticket also grants you access to the Electric Car Museum and a showing in the small theater.
  • Check out the Powerhouse Visitor Center, which houses the museum, for state maps and travel brochures.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    If driving, head to Kingman, Arizona. The Arizona Route 66 Museum is located at the Powerhouse Visitor Center, 120 W Andy Devine Ave. From Interstate 40, take exit 48 for Andy Devine Ave. Turn left onto Andy Devine Ave and continue for about half a mile. The museum will be on your left. Parking is available near the museum. Parking is free at the Kingman Visitor Center parking lot.

  • Public Transport

    To reach the Arizona Route 66 Museum via public transportation, use the local bus service, Kingman Area Regional Transit (KART). Check the schedule for routes that stop near the Powerhouse Visitor Center. The closest bus stop is likely on Andy Devine Ave. Once you arrive at the Powerhouse Visitor Center, the museum is inside. A single ride fare on KART is typically around $1.25.

  • Taxi/Rideshare

    For a direct route, use a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Input 'Powerhouse Visitor Center, 120 W Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401' as your destination. Costs vary based on your pickup location, but this option provides convenience and direct access to the museum.

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The Arizona Route 66 Museum, situated in Kingman, Arizona, offers a captivating journey through the history and cultural impact of the iconic Route 66. Housed within the historic Powerhouse, a building that once supplied electricity to Kingman and even aided in the construction of the Hoover Dam, the museum presents a unique blend of history and nostalgia. Inside, visitors will find a series of exhibits that trace the evolution of Route 66 from its earliest days as a prehistoric trade route to its role as the Dust Bowl refugees' road to a better life. Life-size dioramas, vibrant murals, and photographs capture the essence of each era, bringing to life the stories of those who traveled the Mother Road. Exhibits include a look at the Native American trade routes and U.S. Army survey expeditions that paved the way for the road, as well as the settlers who migrated west along the nation's first federally funded wagon roads. Visitors can also experience the hardships faced by Dust Bowl refugees and the excitement of the 1950s, when Route 66 became synonymous with American car culture and family road trips. In addition to the main exhibits, the museum also houses the Route 66 Electric Vehicle Museum, displaying a collection of electric vehicles. A small theater within the museum shows an hour-long movie about the history of Route 66 in Arizona. Enhancements are underway in preparation for the Route 66 Centennial in 2026, including a refreshed experience with a new 3D map, interactive kiosks, and large-scale vinyl wall displays featuring historic Route 66 imagery.

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