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Topic: Space City on Route 66: Roadside astronaut
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Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 57116
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 08-24-2025 12:21 PM
   
collectSPACE Roadside astronaut: Towering 'Space City' statue stands on Route 66Move over Houston... another U.S. town has declared itself "Space City" and has a new roadside attraction to support its claim. The City of Weatherford, Oklahoma on Thursday (Aug. 22) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its 30-foot-tall (9-meter) astronaut. The spacesuit-clad statue has a painted moonscape as the reflection in its helmet's visor, but it actually overlooks an iconic roadway celebrating its 100th year in 2026.  |
mode1charlie
Member Posts: 1550
From: Honolulu, HI
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted 08-24-2025 03:52 PM
Well done, Weatherford.I made my first visit in April this year and the museum was fantastic - highly recommended and a must-see for any Apollo buff. Weatherford is a bit out of the way but it is well worth the effort. By the way, Jerry's Diner is the place to be for eats before/after - and it too is right on Route 66 (the original!). |
Jurg Bolli
Member Posts: 1298
From: Albuquerque, NM
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 08-24-2025 09:29 PM
I was also VERY impressed with the museum in Weatherford on my first visit there this past April. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 57116
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 08-13-2026 11:48 AM
Weatherford just received a new Route 66 photo op, reports the Weatherford Daily News. The signs were designed and gifted by the State of Oklahoma to communities along Route 66 as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road. The photo op has been installed between Jerry's and Blue Sky Bank. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 57116
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 09-26-2026 05:26 PM
From the Weatherford Area Chamber of Commerce: Your favorite Space City astronaut is now available in a fun mini replica! The perfect little piece of Weatherford to display at home, at the office, or gift to your favorite Route 66 traveler! Grab yours at: - Weatherford Chamber of Commerce
- Stafford Air & Space Museum
- Heartland of America Museum
Because everyone needs a little Major Tom in their life!  
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