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The New Mexico Route 66 Association is excited to announce two additional signs in the Roadside Attraction Sign Project have been delivered! Signs were delievered to: Sunset Motel, Moriarty | website Flying C Ranch Travel Center, Encino ( I-40, exit 234) | website The Sunset Motel is a Classic American mid-century motel located on historic Route 66 in Moriarty—35 miles east of Albuquerque on Interstate 40. The family-owned business has been serving guests since 1959 with a history that embodies the spirit of America's most iconic highway. Today, they continue the tradition with clean, comfortable rooms, and friendly service at an affordable price. The motel is the only remaining original Route 66 motel in New Mexico to still be owned by the original family, dating back to 1959 when Elaine and Bill Pogue started the establishment to welcome travelers off of Old 66. Flying C Ranch is a tremendous place to stop when traveling through New Mexico. This store is located on Interstate 40 (Exit 234), about 70 miles east of Albuquerque and 40 miles west of Santa Rosa. Flying C Ranch has the normal selection of merchandise including a selection of T-shirts, bajas, Indian and Mexican made blankets. Fuel, including Diesel Fuel, is available along with 24-hour pay-at-the-pump service, and the onsite Dairy Queen has a large menu available for you any time of the day. Sunset Motel, Moriarty, New Mexico Flying C Ranch Travel Center, Encino, New Mexico ( I-40, exit 234) Earlier this year, signs were delivered to:
Joseph’s Bar & Grill, Santa Rosa | website Motel Safari, Tucumcari | website Tee Pee Curios, Tucumcari | Facebook Americana Motel, Tucumcari | website Be sure to visit these supporters of the association and check out their business (and sign)! The New Mexico Route 66 Association is currently accepting applications for additional signs. Please consider ordering soon to receive it in time for the Route 66 centennial in 2026. Additionally, individuals—or companies—may purchase signs for abandoned historic sights. In doing so, a “donated by” line will be included on the sign. Complete information about the Roadside Attraction Sign Project along with an application form can be found online at: https://www.rt66nm.org/roadside-attraction-sign-project.html Comments are closed.
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