Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Commerce Edition
Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee delivers all-day comfort with a timeless Route 66 flair. Featuring the nostalgic "Typical 'Smalltown' 'Merica" slogan, it celebrates Commerce, Oklahoma - a town that perfectly embodies the humble, welcoming spirit of the Mother Road.
Perfect for road trippers, baseball fans, and collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee honors Commerce's unique place in American history. From its mining roots to its small-town traditions and its legendary hometown hero Mickey Mantle, this shirt captures the essence of heartland pride along Route 66.
Celebrate Commerce: a cozy Route 66 stop in Ottawa County, known as the birthplace of baseball great Mickey Mantle and home to the iconic Dairy King. With its modest downtown and all-American character, Commerce stands as a snapshot of small-town life on the Mother Road.
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About Commerce, Oklahoma: Where Small-Town America Shines
Commerce sits proudly along the 1926-1985 alignment of Route 66 in Ottawa County, intersecting with U.S. Highway 69. Founded in 1914, Commerce emerged as a booming mining town, built on the lead and zinc industries that powered northeastern Oklahoma. Though the mines have long closed, their history still shapes the town, giving visitors a glimpse into a hardworking past rooted in grit and community spirit.
The town's most famous son is baseball legend Mickey Mantle, who grew up in Commerce before rising to stardom with the New York Yankees. Today, fans still flock to see his childhood home and visit the Mickey Mantle Museum, a tribute to one of the greatest players in baseball history. Mantle's story, from small-town beginnings to rising to national fame, continues to inspire generations and puts Commerce firmly on the Route 66 map.
Commerce also boasts a taste of roadside nostalgia at the Dairy King, a 1920s gas station cleverly converted into a burger joint. Serving up ice cream, hamburgers, and Route 66-shaped cookies, this stop has become a beloved landmark, decorated with Mickey Mantle memorabilia and hometown pride. Between its mining heritage, baseball legacy, and classic roadside charm, Commerce truly lives up to its slogan: "Typical Smalltown 'Merica."
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
