Road Trip on Route 66 to Seligman, Arizona
 Welcome to Seligman ... "Birth Place of Historic Route 66" |
One of the original U.S. Highways, Route 66 was established on November 11, 1926, stretching 2,448 miles.
Route 66 served as a major path for those who migrated west.
A favorite stopping place on Route 66 in Arizona is the town of Seligman.
Its earlier roots was as a railroad town. Originally Seligman was called “Prescott Junction” because it was the railroad stop on the Santa Fe Railroad mainline junction with the Prescott and Arizona Central Railway Company.
In 1886 it was renamed Seligman, after Jesse Seligman, one of the founders of J.W. Seligman Co. of New York, who helped finance the railroad lines in the area.
In 1987 Seligman became known as the “Birthplace of Historic Route 66”.
Today, Seligman is home to numerous gift shops, restaurants and several small motels, and has a population of over 400 residents. It is truly a step back in time!
Angel & Vilma's in Seligman
 |
In 1972, Angel Delgadillo moved his barber shop so that he could take advantage of the traffic on the new alignment of Route 66 through Seligman.
Business was good until September of 1978, when I-40 bypassed Seligman.
To stimulate tourism, Angel, his wife Vilma, and other shop owners in northwest Arizona established the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona.
The Association was located in Angel's Barber Shop & Pool Hall.
His work helped make Seligman "The Birthplace of Historic Route 66".
We've shopped there, and highly recommend it!
Read more at www.Route66GiftShop.com
Read the story and biography about Angel Delgadillo and his impact on Route 66
After 75 years of barbering, Angel retired on July 7, 2022 ... see photo below marking his retirement!
|
 |
|
 |
 |
 |
The Snow CapThis historic dining establishment was originally constructed in 1953 by Juan Delgadillo out of scrap lumber. The 1936 Chevrolet at Delgadillo's Snow Cap Drive-In (right)
|
 |
|
|
|
The Snow Cap Scores a Guinness Record
Seligman's Snow Cap Drive-In entered the Guinness Book of World Records for “Most Milkshake Flavors on Display” on September 10, 2022. The staff at the Snow Cap prepared 266 flavors!
The stop in Seligman is one of many planned as part of the Mobil 1 “Keep Route 66 Kickin'” tour. A "Muffler Man" is put up by Mobil at each stop it makes along Route 66.
Elvis at the wheel ... with Marilyn! |
It's the police ... Seligman, USA, on Route 66 |
The Rusty BoltFrom the funky exterior with its showroom dummies, to the inside where you will find souvenirs, signs and Route 66 memorabilia ... this is "don't miss" attraction in Seligman!It's loaded with biker gear, antiques, mannequins, Americana, and is perfect photo op for your road trip along Route 66 in Arizona. It is located at 22345 W Old Highway in Seligman. Read more at www.RustyBolt 66.com ... Phone 928.422.0106 |
|
The Rusty Bolt ... and more ... in Seligman, Arizona on Historic Route 66 |
|
Elvis and friend on a break at the Rusty Bolt on Historic Route 66 in Seligman, Arizona |
|
Waiting at The Rusty Bolt Gift Shop |
Blondie on a break at The Rusty Bolt |
Looking west on Route 66 in Seligman ... The Copper Cart sign and Motoporium ... Supai Motel in the distance |
Stickers and more stickers on the VW Bus ... at the Route 66 Motoporium which is located in the historic Copper Cart, a former restaurant for years in Seligman. The neon sign is a classic! |
Looking east on Route 66 ... Historic Seligman Sundries and The Copper Cart sign and Motoporium  |
| Motorcycles and Route 66 mural at the Motoporium in Seligman |
 |
"Karz" parked along Route 66 in Seligman |
That giant Route 66 license plate! |
Lodging Options in Seligman
Nighttime in Seligman, Arizona, at the Supai Motel on Route 66 |
The Historic Route 66 Motel in Seligman |
The Aztec Motel and Creative Space in Seligman ... for more information, visit Aztec Motel and Creative Space website Aztec Motel on Facebook Aztec Motel traveler reviews and photos at TripAdvisor  |
The famous yellow Edsel taxi, at the RoadRunner on Historic Route 66 in Seligman |
How far to the next Route 66 stop from Seligman? |
Dining Options in Seligman
Restaurants and Cafes in Seligman, Arizona ... |
The Roadrunner Cafe, Pub and Gift Shop in Seligman |
|
The Roadkill Cafe ... Seligman, Arizona, on Route 66 |
Inside the Roadrunner Cafe in Seligman, on U.S. Route 66 |
Historic Seligman Sundries on Route 66Housed in a building constructed in 1904, this store is one of Seligman's oldest, historic Structures.For more information, visit the Historic Seligman Sundries website |
Seligman Depot, Wells Fargo, Guns, Tonsorial and Livery on Route 66 |
Interactive Map of Seligman, Arizona
MORE ARIZONA ROUTE 66
|
|||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Earlier Times in Seligman |
||
Ted's Fountain |
Court Unique |
Supai Motel |
Traveling Westbound on Route 66 from Seligman in Arizona
 About Route 66 from Seligman to Kingman, Arizona |
Heading westbound in Arizona, Route 66 takes a northwestern turn at Seligman, away from today's Interstate 40.
It passes through the small towns of Yampai, Peach Springs, Truxton, Valentine and Hackberry. The final stretch runs to the southwest, ending up at Kingman.
We've been to Seligman on several occasions, and have made the trip to Kingman on the old road. There is typically no traffic, and it is an easy drive.
Route 66 from Seligman to Kingman, Arizona |
Recent, quiet scene along Route 66 between Seligman and Kingman, Arizona
Arizona Route 66 Passport
The Arizona Route 66 Passport is your guide into the heart of America. Cruise along the Mother Road, collecting stamps at locations along the way. Each passport comes with a free Traveler's Guide. It is published by the The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona, a non-profit organization, dedicated to the preservation, protection, and promotion of both the surface, and the memories along Arizona’s portion of Route 66. Proceeds from the sale of Passports benefit this cooperative marketing initiative. Purchase an Arizona Route 66 Passport online or pick one up at one of the locations where stamps are given. More information about the Arizona Route 66 Passport Order the Arizona Route 66 Passport online |
Heading East from Seligman on Route 66?
After your visit to Seligman, there are sights to see to the east on Route 66, towards these cities ... Flagstaff | Winslow | Holbrook | Gallup | Albuquerque | Tucumcari |
Travel Guides for Other States Along Route 66
Planning a Road Trip on Route 66? Here are trip planners for all eight states on The Mother Road ...
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |