KEN'S ROUTE 66Get Your Kicks!
Old pavement. Roadside wonders. New stories around every bend.
Hi, I’m Ken! I travel America’s Mother Road to find the people, places, and stories that keep its spirit alive. From neon lights and tiny towns to forgotten alignments, I’m here for every mile of it.
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Giant spacemen, vintage diners, weird signs and wonderfully unexpected detours. The roadside is full of surprises — and I’m always looking for the next one.
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In 2026, I took on the Mother Road from Chicago to Santa Monica, capturing old alignments, remarkable people, unforgettable landmarks, and the everyday magic of the highway along the way.
FOLLOW THE ADVENTURE ↗Three collections from the miles behind me. Click a photograph for a closer look; dedicated galleries are coming soon.
When the sun goes down, the Mother Road puts on a show of its own.
Old buildings and quiet stretches of highway still have plenty to say.
Sometimes a roadside sign is reason enough to pull over and smile.
Settle in and ride along. From the quiet two-lane stretches to the classic stops along the way, there’s always more Mother Road to see.
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