Route 66: The Main Street of America screening and panel discussion with filmmaker John Paget

About this event

Celebrate the centennial of a truly legendary highway with a special screening of Route 66: The Main Street of America. This new feature-length documentary shares powerful stories of the everyday heroes and enduring towns along Route 66—an immersive portrait of this iconic road. From roadside attractions to revitalized main streets, each encounter reveals the spirit of communities finding new life and new purpose—proof that the most meaningful journeys often begin on the road less traveled. Whether you’ve driven Route 66 or only imagined it, this film offers an engaging, heartfelt look at an American icon—full of humor, warmth, and discovery. Following the film, stay for a live Q&A with filmmaker John Paget and featured participants from the film.