Route 66 Pit Stop: The National Museum of Transportation Takes Visitors Off the Beaten Track
The National Museum of Transportation houses one of the largest collections of transportation vehicles in the world.
Nestled between the historic and the modern alignments of Route 66, the National Museum of Transportation houses one of the largest collections of transportation vehicles in the world. Can you think of a more fitting pit stop on your St. Louis journey?
Celebrating the Mother Road’s centenary, the museum’s new exhibition, Roads, Rivers, Rooms and Reels, explores the stories, memories and modes of travel that shaped America’s most iconic highway and the communities connected to it.
With two iconic features anchoring the exhibition, visitors will experience a stunning model of the S.S. Admiral, honoring the legendary riverboat that once defined river travel and entertainment in the Midwest.
It will also spotlight the beloved ‘66’ Park-In Theatre on Watson Road, owned by the Wehrenberg family of St. Louis, which remains a treasured symbol of drive-in movie culture and shared experiences along Route 66.
Beyond the special exhibition, the National Museum of Transportation remains a destination in its own right, offering a wide range of attractions for multigenerational travelers. While you’re here, don’t miss these highlights, each notable for its scale, design and historical significance.
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Discover the rich history of transportation and explore the vast collection of vehicles at the National Museum of Transportation.
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