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Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference
The Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is an annual event focused on the history, preservation, and promotion of Route 66. It brings together historians, preservationists, tourism leaders, authors, artists, and enthusiasts.
The 2026 conference will be held in Springfield, Illinois, and includes presentations, panel discussions, tours, workshops, and centennial-themed events.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 8 October 2026 to 11 October 2026
- Location
- Springfield, United States
- Organiser
- Miles of Possibility
- Industry
- Travel & Hospitality
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Education & Training
- Entertainment & Media
- Culture
On stage
Speakers
- Michael Wallis, Keynote Speaker
- Ken Busby, Executive Director and CEO
- Scott Dahl, Director, Visit Springfield
- Cheryl Eichar Jett, Founder, Miles of Possibility Conference
- Dr. Terri Ryburn, Scholar, Preservationist, and Operator, Ryburn Place at Sprague’s Super Service
- Debyjo Ericksen, Tourism Coordinator, Heritage Corridor Destinations
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
President Abraham Lincoln Hotel, Doubletree by Hilton
701 East Adams Street, Springfield
Mansion View Inn
529 South 4th Street, Springfield
Statehouse Inn
101 East Adams Street, Springfield
Carpenter Street Hotel
525 North 6th Street, Springfield
Inn at 835
835 South 2nd Street, Springfield
Pasfield House Inn
525 South Pasfield Street, Springfield
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