Maplewood, MO: Home of Katz Drugstore

Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Maplewood Edition

Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee offers timeless comfort with a nod to Route 66's vibrant history. Featuring the proud slogan "Home of Katz Drugstore," this tee celebrates Maplewood, Missouri's role as a bustling Mother Road stop. Perfect for road trippers cruising the St. Louis suburbs or collectors of our Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee blends retro charm with everyday style for history buffs and Americana enthusiasts.

Celebrate Maplewood: a lively Route 66 community known for its historic Katz Drugstore, a mid-century landmark where soda fountain culture and roadside convenience came together. Maplewood's small-town warmth and big-city energy make it a standout stop on the Mother Road.

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About Maplewood, Missouri: Soda Fountains and Small-Town Spirit

Maplewood is a vibrant suburb in St. Louis County and holds a cherished spot on the 1926-1977 alignment of Route 66. Incorporated in 1908, the town grew along Manchester Road, making it a natural thoroughfare for motorists traveling the Mother Road. From its earliest years, Maplewood thrived as both a close-knit community and a bustling waypoint, offering travelers the best of local hospitality with a touch of metropolitan energy.

The crown jewel of Maplewood's Route 66 legacy was the Katz Drugstore, which opened in 1939 at 7401 Manchester Ave. More than just a pharmacy, Katz embodied the golden era of roadside Americana with its sleek Art Deco design, wide selection of affordable goods and a bustling soda fountain that became a social hub for both locals and travelers. For decades, it symbolized the convenience and charm of highway culture, offering motorists a welcome stop for everything from prescriptions to root beer floats. Although the store closed in the 1970s, its memory endures as a beloved icon of Maplewood's past and the heydey of Route 66.

Today, Maplewood keeps the spirit of the Mother Road alive through its historic storefronts and modern revitalization. Many of its early 20th-century buildings now house eclectic shops, local breweries and one-of-a-kind restaurants, giving the community a unique blend of vintage charm and contemporary energy. The town also plays an active role in regional celebrations, including the Route 66 St. Louis Festival, which brings together car enthusiasts, musicians and history lovers to honor the Main Street of America.

For travelers, Maplewood is more than just a quick pass-through town: it is a community where the soda-fountain culture of the past still lingers in the air, reminding visitors of Route 66's power to connect people, places and stories.

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)
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