1960s America

The Interstate Connected America—and Bypassed It

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Before GPS, hotel apps, and fast-food signs at every exit, getting there was part of the adventure. From Route 66 with my dad to truck-stop diners, Stuckey’s, Interstate rest areas, and hitchhiking home as a young Marine, this is the roadside America I remember.

Remember When the Drive-In Was Date Night?

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For generations of Americans, the drive-in theater wasn’t just a place to watch a movie—it was a family outing, a first date, and a rite of passage. From hanging the speaker on the car window to grabbing popcorn at the snack bar, these are the memories that made the drive-in unforgettable.