Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Grants Edition
Glow with high-desert pride in this ultra-soft unisex jersey tee, expertly crafted from 100% Airlume-combed, ring-spun cotton. Stamped with the powerhouse slogan "Uranium Capital of the World," our Grants design celebrates the high-desert boomtown that fueled America's Atomic Age and still welcomes Mother Road travelers with vibrant neon flair.
Perfect for geology buffs, Route 66 pilgrims, and collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, carrying the energetic spirit of New Mexico's mining heritage wherever you wander.
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About Grants, New Mexico: A Boomtown on the Mother Road
Founded in 1881 as a railroad camp built by the Grant brothers, the settlement of Grants first thrived on logging and carrot farming. Everything changed in 1950 when Navajo prospector Paddy Martinez discovered rich uranium ore near Haystack Mesa. Almost overnight, Grants rocketed from a quiet whistle-stop to a global headline, producing more than half of America's uranium and proudly earning the title "Uranium Capital of the World."
The boom transformed Route 66 through town, with sign-lit motels, classic steak houses, and the legendary Sands Motel catering to miners, scientists, and cross-country tourists alike. Today, you can still cruise beneath the retro Route 66 Drive-Thru Arch, tour the New Mexico Mining Museum's underground exhibit or venture to nearby El Malpais lava flows and Mount Taylor's forested slopes.
Though most mines closed by the 1990s, Grants remains a vibrant testament to resilience. Its streets are lined with colorful murals, classic rock shops and vintage neon that keep the Mother Road's glow alive. This town is a striking reminder of America's ambitious Atomic Age, right in the heart of the desert.
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
