Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Afton Edition
Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee blends all-day comfort with a nod to one of Route 66's most chilling legends. Featuring the evocative "Home of Deadman's Corner" slogan, it celebrates Afton, Oklahoma: a historic Mother Road stop with a dangerous curve etched into local lore.
Perfect for road trippers, history buffs, or collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee captures the intrigue and character of a town where stories linger as long as the highway itself.
Celebrate Afton: a historic Route 66 stop in Ottawa County, famous for its notorious Deadman's Corner, the Afton Station Packard Museum, and a legacy rich in Mother Road nostalgia.
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About Afton, Oklahoma: Route 66's Corner of Legend
Afton sits on the 1926-1985 alignment of Route 66 in Ottawa County, where Historic Route 66 and US-60 meet in a town steeped in both industry and intrigue. Founded in 1886, Afton thrived as a hub for travelers, offering motels, diners, gas stations, and a thriving dairy industry that supplied much of northeastern Oklahoma.
Its most infamous landmark, Deadman's Corner, was a sharp, dangerous curve on the original 1926 alignment of Route 66. Over the decades, it gained its morbid nickname from repeated accidents and whispered local tales - some attributing it to a deadly 1930s wreck that left a lasting mark on the community's memory. While the curve has since been straightened, the legend remains, keeping Afton's darker roadside history alive.
Once a beloved stop for car enthusiasts, the Afton Station Packard Museum was housed in a beautifully restored 1930s DX gas station and featured an impressive collection of vintage Packard automobiles, Route 66 memorabilia, and artifacts celebrating Afton's place in the golden age of motoring.
Following the passing of owners Laurel Kane in 2016 and David Kane in 2018, the collection was sold and the station closed. Today, its legacy lives on through its preserved online presence, maintained by Grand Lake Web Designs as a tribute to this cherished piece of Route 66 history.
Annual Route 66 celebrations - supported by the Oklahoma Route 66 Association - bring the community together with classic car shows, live entertainment and guided tours, ensuring that both the lighthearted and legendary sides of Afton are shared with new generations of travelers.
Today, Afton stands as a blend of small-town hospitality and historic curiosity, a reminder that Route 66 is as much about the stories told along the way as it is about the miles traveled.
Product Features:
- 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for premium softness
- Side seams for added structure and durability
- Tear-away label for comfort
- Classic crew neckline with a flattering unisex fit - true-to-size for all day comfort (see size chart for details)
- Fulfilled in the USA
Care Instructions:
- Machine wash: cold (max 90°F / 30°C)
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Iron or steam: medium heat
- Do not dry clean
