Part of Our Route 66 Town Tee Series – Gallup Edition
Celebrate the vibrant cultural crossroads of the Southwest in this ultra-soft unisex jersey tee, expertly crafted from 100% Airlume-combed, ring-spun cotton. Boldly emblazoned with "Heart of Indian Country," this striking design pays tribute to Gallup, New Mexico: a bustling trading hub where Native artistry, cowboy grit, and Mother Road nostalgia all meet under brilliant neon skies.
Perfect item for road-trip aficionados, turquoise-jewelry collectors, and devoted fans of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, allowing you to carry the spirit of Gallup wherever the highway leads.
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About Gallup, New Mexico: A Cultural Crossroads on the Mother Road
Born in 1881 as a dusty railroad work camp, Gallup quickly grew into a thriving crossroads surrounded by Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and other Pueblo nations. When Route 66 blazed through in 1926, the town's trading posts, pawn shops, and curio stands became essential stops for road-trippers seeking hand-woven Navajo rugs, intricate silver jewelry, and authentic kachina carvings.
Nicknamed "The Heart of Indian Country," Gallup hosts the annual Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial: one of America's oldest and most spectacular celebrations of Native dance, rodeo, and artistry. Along historic Route 66 (now Coal Avenue and Route 66 Boulevard), vintage neon still glows outside landmarks like the iconic El Rancho Hotel, where John Wayne, Katharine Hepburn, and other Hollywood legends once bunked between Western film shoots in Monument Valley.
Today, mural-splashed walls, weekend art markets, and the mouthwatering scent of red chile stew keep downtown sidewalks bustling. With dramatic red rock formations of the Colorado Plateau rising to the north and layered sandstone mesas stretching south, Gallup remains a living gateway to Southwestern culture - a place where centuries-old traditions thrive alongside Mother Road nostalgia.
Slip on your Gallup tee and carry the color, craftsmanship, and cultural heartbeat of the Southwest wherever the road takes you.
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
