Route 66 is considered by some as the birthplace of the great American road trip. WSJ’s Jeff Bush travels to the Mojave Desert to take a look at the infamous road's past and its uncertain future.
Our time here was too short, less than 24 hours. There’s more to see and do in Joplin – a great stop on a Route 66 road trip. And it’s a must if you are a fan of Thomas Hart Benton.