Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Sequoyah Edition
Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee offers laid-back comfort with a nod to Route 66's cultural heritage. Featuring the proud "Inventors of Cherokee Script" slogan, it celebrates Sequoyah, Oklahoma: named for the scholar who created the Cherokee syllabary. Perfect for road trippers, history buffs, or collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee honors Sequoyah's monumental contribution to Native American history.
Celebrate Sequoyah: a small Route 66 community in Rogers County, named for Sequoyah, the creator of the Cherokee script, with a quiet charm along the Mother Road. Sequoyah's cultural legacy makes it a standout on Route 66.
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About Sequoyah, Oklahoma: Honoring a Cherokee Legacy on Route 66
Sequoyah is a small, unincorporated community in Rogers County, situated along the historic 1926-1985 alignment of Route 66, just outside of Claremore. Though modest in size, its name holds profound historical significance.
The community honors Sequoyah (circa 1770–1843), the renowned Cherokee leader and polymath. Sequoyah's most enduring achievement was the invention of the Cherokee syllabary in 1821, a writing system that swiftly brought widespread literacy to the Cherokee Nation and profoundly transformed Cherokee culture. This historical connection anchors the small town's identity.
For travelers on the "Mother Road," Sequoyah traditionally served as more of a pass-through than a major destination. In its prime, the town offered minimal Route 66 amenities, and today, any former gas stations or small shops are long gone. What remains is a quiet sense of place tied to its Native American heritage and the historic highway's legacy.
Sequoyah's proximity to attractions like the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore and annual events, such as the Claremore Mid America Route 66 Nationals & Family Festival, supported by the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, ensures its continued presence in the Route 66 culture.
Driving through this unassuming stretch of the highway offers a poignant reminder: Route 66 is a tapestry woven not only with famous diners and neon signs but also with the deep stories and legacies of the people whose names still grace the map.
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
