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We are dedicated to the education, promotion, and preservation of the New Mexico Historic Route 66 Scenic Byway and the economic revitalization along its 604 mile stretch throughout the state since 1989. A 501-(c)3 Non-Profit. |
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The Centennial of Route 66 Route 66 was established on November 11, 1926. In 2026, the road turns 100 - and big celebrations are already being planned! Click here for New Mexico Centennial Updates! |
Help Tucumcari's Neon Glow Again!
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The Route 66 Association of New Mexico has organized a fundraiser to help with repair costs of the historic signs in Tucumcari that suffered damage from the recent catastrophic hailstorm.
If you're interested in the latest updates of the restoration progress, CLICK HERE. If you would like to donate, Please Read details closely for different donation options. If you prefer to send a check or money order to help, they can be mailed to our office at: New Mexico Route 66 Association 1415 Central Avenue NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106 USA PLEASE NOTE: Checks should be made out to New Mexico Route 66 Association. Please be sure to write in the check memo or on a separate piece of paper your donation is for “Tucumcari Neon Restoration”. PLEASE NOTE: For those who wish to drop off checks, Money Orders or Cash at our office: Please do NOT leave it at the 66 Diner! Your donation might get lost making its way from the diner to our office next door. Our physical office is the building the sign collage is hanging on to the east of the 66 Diner parking lot. If you go to the first door along Central Avenue behind the sign collage, there is a door with 1415 on it. Ring the doorbell. If no one answers, look down and to your left - you should see our mail drop slot. Donations can be deposited in this mail slot. You may also give your donations to any NM Route 66 Association Board Member or Officer. See our website for a list of current board members: www.rt66nm.org/who-are-we Thank you in advance for your support. Melissa Lea Beasley-Lee President, New Mexico Route 66 Association |
New Mexico Route 66 Association Museum & Visitor Center - Tucumcari, NM
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The Route 66 Association of New Mexico in partnership with Fast TV Network announce the opening of the "New Mexico Route 66 Association Museum & Visitor Center" and Fast TV Network Studios on Route 66 in Tucumcari, New Mexico.
The opening has been postponed. Stay tuned, a new construction schedule and opening date will be announced in January of 2024 For the latest news updates about the New Mexico Route 66 Association Museum & Visitor Center progress, CLICK HERE. |
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Take a ride with Fast TV Network on Route 66 in New Mexico....
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"One of the first roads in the U.S. highway system, it spanned more than 2,400 miles (3,862 kilometers).
The longest urban stretch is in the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico." - US News & World Report.
The longest urban stretch is in the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico." - US News & World Report.
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The New Mexico Route 66 Association
Land Of Enchantment 2024 Motor Tour New Dates! New Route! Classic Route 66 Land of Enchantment Vibe! This year kicks off new, shorter distance tours leaving more time to take in the sights and hang out together! This years tour will take place May 2nd - 4th, 2024. Tour will start in Gallup. Second night in Grants. Third night in Albuquerque. Registration will be posted to the MOTOR TOUR page soon! CLICK HERE! Previous motor tours from Route 66 New Mexico Magazine can be seen HERE. Previous motor tours were also filmed by Fast TV Network for episodes of Legends of Route 66. These and other shows provided by Fast TV Network can be viewed on ROKU, Amazon Fire and FastTVNetwork.com. |
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Legends of Route 66 TV Show
The 2022 Motor Tour was featured on Legends of Route 66. Look for: "Motor Mania on Route 66" Season 5- Episode 2.
Our 2021 Motor Tour was featured on Legends of Route 66. Look for: "Motoring Through New Mexico" Season 4 - Episode 5. You can check them out by visiting www.fasttvnetwork.com or by clicking below. |
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Route 66 New Mexico MagazineThe magazine is free with membership!
If you join, you will enjoy quarterly issues delivered directly to you at your home or business. Our thanks to all the graphic designers, talented writers, photographers, editors, and advertisers who make this possible. Past issues are available for sale! |
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Join us in supporting small business along Route 66 in New Mexico
The New Mexico Route 66 Association Business Directory
is your go-to resource for Goods and Services.
Check out our Business Directory here.
Join the New Mexico Route 66 Association and help support the culture and
communities along the longest urban stretch of the Mother Road.
In the 1930's, it was the promise of a better life out west, via Route 66, that carried folks to new hopes and dreams.
During World War II, it carried servicemen, ammunition, and supplies.
After the war, it carried veterans and their families to new homes and fresh starts.
During World War II, it carried servicemen, ammunition, and supplies.
After the war, it carried veterans and their families to new homes and fresh starts.
Become a Member
Membership has its perks! Business directory listings, cross promotion, and more. Visit our membership pages for more info or contact us.
We are a volunteer organization, so we rely on individual and business memberships to help us do what we do for preservation, education and promotion of Route 66 in New Mexico. Your membership will help keep small businesses along America's Main Street and their communities alive and thriving. |
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"You'll experience a fascinating blend of three cultures, Native American, Spanish Colonial, and Western American. Beautifully rugged and endlessly engaging, New Mexico is like stepping into another land." - iExplore.
West Central Route 66 Visitor’s Center - Albuquerque
Hello Everyone! Hope you are enjoying The Mother Road through the Land of Enchantment!
The New Mexico Route 66 Association has received quite a few inquiries regarding the Route 66 Visitors Center on Albuquerque’s West Side. We wanted to clarify we are not involved with this project. This is a partner project of the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County with the West Central Community Development Group. Please refer all inquiries to: Luis Hernandez, Executive Director| West Central Community Development Group (dedicated to enriching the lives of community members in the West Central area) | 5921 Central Ave NW | Albuquerque NM 87105 | info@wccdg.org | 505.688.4122.
We met with Luis in February 2021, at which time we discussed their plans and offered our advice. We wish them all the best! (For more information about the February 2021 meeting, a follow-up article was printed in the Spring/Summer 2021 issue of Route 66 New Mexico Magazine. That article is attached for download along with this message.)
Cheers and Safe Journeys wherever you are and wherever you may travel! Melissa Lea Beasley-Lee, President.
Hello Everyone! Hope you are enjoying The Mother Road through the Land of Enchantment!
The New Mexico Route 66 Association has received quite a few inquiries regarding the Route 66 Visitors Center on Albuquerque’s West Side. We wanted to clarify we are not involved with this project. This is a partner project of the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County with the West Central Community Development Group. Please refer all inquiries to: Luis Hernandez, Executive Director| West Central Community Development Group (dedicated to enriching the lives of community members in the West Central area) | 5921 Central Ave NW | Albuquerque NM 87105 | info@wccdg.org | 505.688.4122.
We met with Luis in February 2021, at which time we discussed their plans and offered our advice. We wish them all the best! (For more information about the February 2021 meeting, a follow-up article was printed in the Spring/Summer 2021 issue of Route 66 New Mexico Magazine. That article is attached for download along with this message.)
Cheers and Safe Journeys wherever you are and wherever you may travel! Melissa Lea Beasley-Lee, President.
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