Missouri Route 66 Photos

The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge was constructed in 1929 as part of Route 66 and was financed by tolls. In 1967, a new bridge carrying I-270 was constructed over the Mississippi and the old bridge was closed. It sat, abandoned and decaying for 31 years. During this time, the bridge was featured in the 1981 movie “Escape From New York” as the 69th Street Bridge. The bridge also developed a bad reputation for crimes and violence including a rape and murder while it sat unused. In 1999, the bridge was officially reopened for bicycle and pedestrian usage after renovations and security improvements.		Missouri side of Chain of Rocks Bridge on Old Route 66.
There's an old Ford on this bridge.	Here's a Rt 66 bench to rest your feet at.	Check out this nostalgic Phillips 66 sign.
First Rt66 sign you see as you enter Mo.	Last Route 66 sign you see as you leave Il.	Illinois side of the Chain of Rocks Bridge on Old Route 66.
Ted Drewes has been selling frozen custard and Christmas trees for decades, with an attention to quality that has made his trees and custard the finest in St. Louis since 1929.	Best frozen custard on Route 66 in St. Louis.	Infamous Ted Drewes Fozen Custard.
Sappington International Farmers Market has been a popular marketplace in the St. Louis area for over 75 years. Owned and operated by Tessa Greenspan, the market continues to bring you the widest and freshest selection of foods and produce.	Farmer Fred and his son, Clyde.	Sappington International Farmers Market.