Boutique Shopping

The First Hundred Miles of Route 66 is dotted with cozy antique stores, artisan boutiques and many other delightfully unexpected retailers. From nostalgic speciality shops near the edge of Chicago, to the quaint downtown stores of rural Pontiac, there’s a shopping stop for everyone on your road trip. Join us as we explore a few of these small businesses.

COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE GIFTS 1540 N Division St, Braidwood If you’re in search of a place that captures the spirit of the old-time department stores that once lined Route 66, pay a visit to Countryside Village Gifts in Braidwood. Established in 1997, this one-stop shop specializes in gifts, home décor, gourmet foods, wine, quilting fabric and much more. This hidden gem features over 9,000 square feet of quality gifts at reasonable prices. You’ll find virtually no stairs from the parking area to the entrance at Countryside Village Gifts, making this another easy to access location for all members of your family.

RICK’S RELICS 116 N Water St, Wilmington Reminisce while searching through hundreds of vinyl LP’s and 45's here at Ricks Relics on 66 in Wilmington, Illinois. Located towards the Southern end of The First Hundred Miles of Route 66, you’ll find all the shops along Water Street offer quality selections - if you’re looking

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for vintage records and collectibles, Rick’s is the place to visit. Lovingly alphabetized, they can help you to find that rare record that’s missing from your collection. If you’re in the market for a new stereo or turntable, Rick’s can take care of that too. Beyond the vinyl, you’ll find lots of Matchbox cars, antiques and other collectibles as well as a good selection of Route 66 souvenirs and motorcycle apparel.

MILLTOWN MARKET 508 N Kankakee St, Wilmington While antiquing, don’t miss the Milltown Market, one of Wilmington’s largest and most expansive collections under one roof. Gently used furniture and war memorabilia are just some of the offerings you’ll find inside the historic red clapboard building. Vintage radios, home decor and other large and small antiques await you at this roadside antique destination. The store even offers convenient parking and ‘step free’ access to the building, making it easy for everyone on your road trip to browse antiques.

PARAPHERNALIA ANTIQUES 112 N Water St, Wilmington Paraphernalia Antiques in downtown Wilmington is a great place to score that perfect antique your collection has been missing. The eclectic collection of toys, smalls and other artifacts, located just off of Route 66, is an excellent pit stop for all the fans of vintage goods traveling along The First Hundred Miles. At this unique store, you’ll also find throwback furniture, dishes, lamps, and a beautiful selection of antique jewelry.

ROUTE 66 KITES & BOARD GAMES 222 N Main St, Pontiac At Route 66 Kites & Board Games, located in historic downtown Pontiac, you’ll find a wide array of toys and games, sure to appeal to kids of any age. This unique boutique carries kites, disc golf supplies, board games, card games, toys, gifts and Route 66 souvenirs. With stock ranging from reproductions of nostalgic toys to this season’s hot new items, you’re sure to find the perfect items to occupy your young travelers. If you’re looking to explore some of the gorgeous parks along Route 66, be sure to browse the shop’s massive selection of larger-than-life kites.

GREATER LIVINGSTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL 209 W Madison St, Pontiac The Greater Livingston County Arts Council is more than just a comfortable setting to take a fun art class in downtown Pontiac, it’s also home to a beautiful open space gallery. Located inside a historic building, the Greater Livingston County Arts Council gallery features a rotating selection of original framed art, sculpture and pottery, all crafted by local artisans that live along the Route 66 corridor. Here is your opportunity to support the arts and artists on your road trip along The First Hundred Miles.