Route 66 is far more than a nostalgic highway. In this engaging presentation, historian and oral historian David Dunaway explores the rich history of America's most famous road through the voices of the people who lived, worked, and built their lives along its path. Drawing on decades of research, hundreds of oral history interviews, and work with the National Park Service and National Public Radio, he reveals how Route 66 shaped the social, cultural, and economic story of America over the past century.

Participants will discover a broader, more inclusive perspective on the Mother Road, highlighting the diverse communities whose stories are often overlooked in traditional Route 66 narratives. Moving beyond classic roadside nostalgia, this presentation offers a deeper understanding of the road as a living multicultural corridor that continues to reflect the evolving American experience. The author is a noted oral historian who will play excerpts from his interviews. He will be presenting remotely.