Historic Route 66 @ 100: North Lawndale Grand Opening Celebration
About this Event
LAWNDALE POP-UP SPOT × JONES CORNER STORE PRESENT...
HISTORIC ROUTE 66 @ 100 YEARS
NORTH LAWNDALE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
The Mother Road turns 100, and we're bringing the celebration to North Lawndale!
Join us Wednesday, November 11, 2026, as Lawndale Pop-Up Spot and Jones Corner Store celebrate the grand opening of our Historic Route 66 @ 100 Visitor Information Station at the CTA Central Park Pink Line Station.
In partnership with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), we're transforming a once-vacant retail space along historic Ogden Avenue into a retro diner-inspired Route 66 experience celebrating 100 years of American road trip history and North Lawndale's place in the story.
Come explore, play, shop, learn, and connect!
Experience a little slice of Route 66 nostalgia featuring:
- GAMES: Vintage-inspired entertainment and interactive activities.
- MERCH: Route 66 memorabilia and locally inspired merchandise.
- BOOKS: Neighborhood history, educational resources, and creative storytelling.
- TOURS: Discover the historic Route 66 corridor and North Lawndale landmarks.
- RESOURCES: Explore local businesses, cultural destinations, neighborhood attractions, and community information.
GRAND OPENING — WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Opening Day: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 4:00 PM
Free and open to the public!
LOCATION
CTA Central Park Pink Line Station
1915 S. Central Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60623. Ogden Avenue & Central Park Avenue
North Lawndale, Chicago, IL
REGULAR VISITOR HOURS
November 11–28, 2026
Wednesday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Come celebrate 100 years of the Mother Road. Discover North Lawndale. Experience the history. Explore the community!
Presented by Lawndale Pop-Up Spot × Jones Corner Store, in partnership with the Chicago Transit Authority.
Agenda
GRAND OPENING DAY SCHEDULE
Host: Lawndale Popup Spot & Jones Corner Store
Info: GRAND OPENING DAY SCHEDULE
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
7:00 AM | Visitor Station Opens
The Route 66 @ 100 experience officially opens to the public. Stop by throughout the day to explore the installation, discover neighborhood resources, and experience a little Route 66 nostalgia.
2:00 PM | Historic Route 66 Tour
Explore the history of Ogden Avenue and North Lawndale's connection to the Mother Road.
3:00 PM | Media & Community Partner Arrival
Welcome media representatives, elected officials, community partners, and special guests for an opportunity to explore the installation and connect with project organizers.
4:00 PM | Official Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Join Lawndale Pop-Up Spot, Jones Corner Store, CTA representatives, and community partners as we officially celebrate the opening of the Historic Route 66 @ 100 Visitor Information Station.
4:30 PM | Explore the Experience
Enjoy the retro diner-inspired space, explore historical displays, discover local businesse
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