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Google Doodle spotlights iconic U.S. road Route 66

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April 30 (UPI) -- Thursday's Google Doodle spotlights the iconic U.S. road Route 66 on its 100th birthday.

"From Chicago to Santa Monica, the Mother Road has connected Americans through iconic neon signs, classic diners, and roadside wonders for a century," Google said.

"To celebrate the highway's heritage, the artwork features Route 66's signature letterforms and historic road signs captured by Pics On Route 66 photographer, David J. Schwartz."

Google also created a virtual tour of the famous road.

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This story was originally published April 30, 2026 at 7:38 AM.

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