OKLAHOMA CITY — Take a journey through time as the Oklahoma History Center Museum dives into the fascinating history of Route 66 at the next History OffCenter event! “Get Your Kicks and Sips on Historic Route 66” will be held at the Woodworks Distilling Co., located at 912 W. Britton Rd. in Oklahoma City, on Wednesday, September 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Ken Busby, executive director and CEO of the Route 66 Alliance, will talk about the history of the road, which will celebrate its centennial in 2026.
A special Route 66-inspired cocktail and mocktail, crafted just for this occasion, will be available for purchase. On the night of the event, $1 will be donated to the Friends of the Oklahoma History Center for every Route 66 cocktail and mocktail purchased. The Friends of the Oklahoma History Center supports the programs and mission of the Oklahoma History Center Museum.
The Oklahoma History Center is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, National Archives and is an accredited member of the American Alliance of Museums. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications, the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit okhistory.org.