Danny Castro, an amateur historian and founding member of the California Historic Route 66 Assn., rearranges memorabilia at a museum he operates in San Bernardino. (Jay Jones / For The Times)
Twister’s Soda Fountain in downtown Williams. (Jay Jones / For The Times)
For decades, the Wigwam Motel in Rialto has been a kicky way to wind down after a long day cruising Route 66. (Jay Jones / For The Times)
Items from the early days of the McDonald’s hamburger spot are displayed at the site of the original restaurant in San Bernardino, now a museum featuring the history of both Route 66 and the McDonald brothers. (Jay Jones / For The Times)