Meet Cyrus Avery, Father of Route 66

Meet Cyrus Avery, Father of Route 66, an entrepreneur, businessman, dreamer, and developer of America's historic highway. Route 66 zigzagged through eight states as landmarks, wildlife, motels, quirky shops, and vintage cars entertained curious sightseers for nearly 100 years. Let Cyrus Avery take you on the road that changed tourism in America as the world celebrates the Route 66 Centennial in 2026.