friday october 9th, 4-8pm & saturday October 10th, 10-4pm
Celebrate Route 66 with a weekend of art, history, local lore, and small-town charm in Staunton, Illinois. Honor the people, places, and stories that keep the Mother Road alive nearly 100 years later with a glowing exhibition of neon, blacklight, glow‑in‑the‑dark, and light‑inspired artwork; an interactive Rabbit Trail featuring artist‑designed rabbits scattered throughout town; and Curiosity Cabinets filled with Route 66 history, local legends, vintage memorabilia, and unique Staunton treasures.
Event Schedule
Friday, October 9th
4:00–8:00 PM
Experience art in action!
watch talented artists demonstrate their craft live throughout the evening. Stop by, ask questions, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the creativity and skill that go into these incredible art forms!
Featured Live Demonstrations:
Jeffrey Dunn – Neon sign construction
Tommy Lumpkey – Fire twirling
Tina Marlow – Encaustic painting
Bryon Hartley – Glass marble making
Teresa Frisch – Raku pottery
Saturday, October 1oth
10:00am-4:00pm
Spend your day surrounded by creativity!
Join us on for a full day of live art demonstrations. Meet the artists, watch their techniques come to life, ask questions, and discover the inspiration behind their work.
Featured Live Demonstrations:
Bonnie Shelton – Large batik demonstration
Bernie Gietl – Hand lettering
Yvonne McCall – Batik
GiGi DeLeon – Crochet and painting
Connie Worley – Handbuilt ceramics
Jim Linksvayer – Wheel throwing
11am-4pm
While you're enjoying the festivities of the Last 100 Miles Festival, stop by The MAC for our Plant Exchange. Bring a houseplant, bulbs, seeds, or garden starts to swap with fellow plant lovers, or browse plants available for purchase.
Whether you're looking to share cuttings, discover something new for your garden, or simply connect with other plant enthusiasts, everyone is welcome. Best of all, all proceeds from plant sales will support The Macoupin Art Collective and its community arts programs.
Make it part of your festival adventure—come celebrate Route 66, explore downtown Staunton, and take home a little something green!
Hop on the rabbit trail!
Discover Curiosity Cabinets throughout downtown Staunton!
Each cabinet offers a unique glimpse into Route 66 history, local lore, vintage memorabilia, and the quirky stories that make the Mother Road unforgettable. As you explore the festival, be sure to stop by each location to see what treasures await inside and get your passport stamped!
stop by the mac first to grab your passport then visit the other stations!
No two cabinets are alike, so every stop is a new opportunity to explore, learn, and experience another piece of Route 66 history.