Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Dwight Edition
Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee pairs comfort with classic highway nostalgia. Featuring the slogan "1st Traffic Light South of Chicago," this t-shirt celebrates Dwight's milestone moment on the Mother Road - an early marker that let travelers know they were officially leaving the Windy City behind.
Perfect for Route 66 enthusiasts, history buffs and vintage road trip fans, this tee captures the excitement of heading west.
Celebrate Dwight, Illinois: home to one of Route 66's most photographic icons: Ambler's Texaco Gas Station. Dwight is also where you'll find the first stoplight south of Chicago.
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About Dwight, Illinois: Where the Journey Turns Green
Dwight is a historic town in Livingston County, situated along the iconic 1926-1977 alignment of Route 66. Established in 1854 and officially incorporated in 1869, this charming roadside community holds a unique place in American highway history as home to the first traffic signal south of Chicago.
For generations of Route 66 travelers, this landmark traffic light symbolized the transition from urban sprawl to the freedom of the open highway, marking the true beginning of their journey along America's Mother Road.
One of Dwight's crown jewels is Ambler's Texaco Gas Station, which served motorists from 1933 until 1999 at 417 W. Waupansie St. Recognized for its significance to American highway history, the station was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001 and reopened in 2024 as the Dwight Welcome Center. Visitors can still admire its vintage pumps and classic design while snapping the perfect Route 66 photo.
For those seeking even more history, the Dwight Historical Society Museum, housed in the town's 1872 train depot, features exhibits on local heritage and Route 66 lore.
Dwight celebrates its connection to the Mother Road every May during the Red Carpet Corridor Festival, welcoming travelers with classic cars, entertainment and small town hospitality. With its preserved gas station, historic depot and legendary place in Route 66's history, Dwight remains a must-stop for anyone tracing the road's journey across Illinois.
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
