66 Drive-In, Drive-in theater on Route 66 in Carthage, US.
The 66 Drive-In features a large outdoor screen where visitors watch movies from their parked cars across an expansive grass-covered field.
Opening in 1949, this theater closed temporarily in 1984 but reopened in 1998 after renovations and received National Register of Historic Places status.
The theater represents a significant part of mid-20th century entertainment, when families gathered in their vehicles for outdoor film screenings.
Located at the intersection of Route 66 and Oak Street, the theater operates from Friday through Sunday, charging 7 dollars per person.
The sound system evolved from attached speakers to modern FM radio transmission, allowing visitors to listen through their car stereos.
Location: Carthage
Inception: 1949
Address: 17231 Old 66 Boulevard, Carthage, MO 64836
Website: http://66drivein.com
GPS coordinates: 37.17410,-94.36890
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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