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Powerhouse Visitor Center: Kingman's Route 66 Landmark

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Explore Route 66 history at Kingman's Powerhouse Visitor Center, home to the Arizona Route 66 Museum and a wealth of Mother Road memorabilia.

Housed in Kingman's historic 1907 Powerhouse, this visitor center is home to the Arizona Route 66 Museum and offers a glimpse into the Mother Road's past. Explore exhibits, browse the gift shop, and discover the legacy of Route 66.

A brief summary to Powerhouse Visitor Center

  • Monday 9 am-4 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-4 pm
  • Friday 9 am-4 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 9 am-4 pm
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Powerhouse Visitor Center.

  • Visit after sunset to see the Route 66 Drive-Thru Shield illuminated in neon lights.
  • Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the museum and visitor center.
  • Pick up a map at the visitor center for a self-guided walking tour of Kingman's historic downtown.

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Getting There

  • Walking

    From downtown Kingman, the Powerhouse Visitor Center is easily accessible on foot. Head west on Andy Devine Avenue (Route 66). The Powerhouse will be on your left, a short walk from the main downtown area. No costs involved.

  • Public Transport

    Kingman Area Regional Transit (KART) offers bus service in Kingman. Check the KART schedule for routes and stops near the Powerhouse Visitor Center on Andy Devine Avenue. A single ride fare is typically around $1 - $2.

  • Taxi/Rideshare

    Taxi and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are available in Kingman. Request a ride to the Powerhouse Visitor Center at 120 W Andy Devine Ave. A short trip from downtown Kingman will likely cost around $8 - $15, depending on the service and demand.

  • Driving

    If driving, take Exit 48 from Interstate 40 onto Andy Devine Avenue. Turn left onto Andy Devine Ave and continue for about half a mile. The Powerhouse Visitor Center will be on your left. Free parking is available in the Powerhouse Visitor Center parking lot.

Discover more about Powerhouse Visitor Center

The Powerhouse Visitor Center in Kingman, Arizona, is a must-see attraction for travelers along historic Route 66. Housed in the former Desert Power & Water Company Electric Power Plant, built between 1907 and 1911, the Powerhouse provided electricity to Kingman and surrounding mines. The completion of the Hoover Dam in the late 1930s made the Powerhouse obsolete, but it was rescued by concerned citizens and reopened as a visitor center in 1997.Today, the Powerhouse Visitor Center is home to the Arizona Route 66 Museum, which depicts the evolution of travel along the 35th parallel that became Route 66. Brilliant murals, photos, and life-size dioramas capture the experiences of those who traveled the Mother Road. Exhibits trace the road's emergence from Native American trade routes and wagon trails to a major cross-country artery.In addition to the Route 66 Museum, the Powerhouse Visitor Center also features the Route 66 Electric Vehicle Museum, the Carlos Elmer Photo Gallery, Bob Boze Bell's 'The 66 Kid' Exhibition, the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona Gift Shop, Kingman Visitor Center & Gift Shop, and two model trains. Visitors can also drive through the Route 66 Drive-Thru Shield in the parking lot. The Powerhouse is a unique blend of history and information, making it a perfect stop for Route 66 enthusiasts.

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