Route 66 Kingman, Arizona

We drove to Kingman, AZ to continue our Route 66 journey. Kingman is known as "The Heart of American's Historic Route 66."

Historic Route 66 mileage chart

Arriving around lunch time, we decided to enjoy Mr. D's homemade root beer with Mr. D's Cheeseburger and Turkey Sandwich. 

Turkey Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries 

Mr. D's Cheeseburger with Onion Rings and of course we both have the homemade root beer.

The name Kingman is named after the railroad surveyor Lewis Kingman (1845-1912) who was tasked by AT (Atchison, Topeka) and SF (Santa Fe) railroad to survey routes for the railroad across Arizona.

Santa Fe Steam Engine #3759 built in 1928.

We were able to climb up on the old steam engineer's view while modern trains roll by nearby the Historic Powerhouse Museum.

Looking over to the right of the main entrance, we've notice a sign that reads, 3,333.33 feet above Sea Level. The sign is a white plaque but the actual marker is a metal bolt sunk into the building above the top edge of the sign. 

Upstairs of the Powerhouse is Route 66 Museum. They have brilliant murals, photos and life-size figures capture each of the groups that have traveled what came to be known as the Mother Road (Route 66). The admission is $3 that covers The Mohave Museum and The Bonelli House.

Mohave Museum of History & Arts - Exhibits on the local indigenous people.

The Bonelli House, constructed in 1915, was the second home of the Bonelli family built on the same site after the original 1894 wooden-frame house burned down. Tour provides historic background about pioneer life and activities.

That it for now, I don't want to make this too long for you to read. Enjoy and thanks for traveling with us. Blessings!