From Lebanon Tourism
Lebanon, Missouri will welcome America’s Automotive Trust’s “The Drive Home” this Saturday, Jan. 10, as part of a nationwide celebration honoring the Route 66 Centennial. The visit highlights Lebanon’s rich automotive heritage and its enduring place along America’s most iconic highway. Co-sponsored by Shepherd Hills Factory Outlet, the event will bring automotive enthusiasts, historians, and travelers through the heart of Route 66 in Laclede County. Participants will experience key local landmarks that reflect the history and culture of the Mother Road. During their stop in Lebanon, the group will tour the Route 66 Museum, located inside the Lebanon-Laclede County Library, where exhibits showcase the stories, memorabilia, and people that helped shape Route 66’s legacy in the region. The visit will conclude with dinner at Smokin’ Jones BBQ, housed in the historic Wrink’s Market building, a longtime Route 66 landmark that has been thoughtfully preserved and repurposed.
Shepherd Hills Factory Outlet, a well-known destination for Route 66 travelers and tour groups, is proud to co-sponsor the event and support the continued celebration of Lebanon’s place along the Mother Road.
The Route 66 Centennial marks 100 years since the highway’s establishment in 1926, celebrating its influence on American travel, commerce, and culture. Lebanon remains a key destination for Route 66 enthusiasts from around the world.
For more information about America’s Automotive Trust and “The Drive Home,” visit americasautomotivetrust.org.
