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Barstow, California: Route 66 Mother Road Museum

Car and Route 66 memorabilia to help us all remember the greatness of the Mother Road.

Harvey House

Address:
681 N. First Ave., Barstow, CA
Directions:
I-15 to Barstow, exit at L Street, left onto L Street, right on West Main Street (Route 66), follow West Main Street to First Avenue, and turn left. The Harvey House is on right after you cross the bridge over railroad tracks.
Hours:
F-Sa 10-4, Su 11-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
760-255-1890
Admission:
Free, donation.
RA Rates:
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Route 66 Mother Road Museum

Located in an old Harvey House called Casa del Desierto on an old 66 alignment. The museum has a fun collection of car memorabilia, Route 66 info, maps, handouts, great gift/souvenir store, and helpful volunteers.

[Ken Hodkin, 09/15/2005]

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