Route 66: Conceived, Born and Raised by Ozarkers

Although Route 66 was supported by a very diverse population, four men with strong ties to the Ozarks made Route 66 happen: Cyrus Avery, Coin Harvey, B.H. Piepmeier and John T. Woodruff. In this virtual presentation, Thomas A. Peters, dean of Library Services at Missouri State University, will explore the lives and contributions of this leadership team of four “Ozarkers” who shaped one of the most well-known roads in history. A Missouri Bicentennial Program. Register by visiting thelibrary.org/programs; a link to the virtual event will be shared with registered participants. Registration starts July 8.