TULSA, Okla. — A $1.8 million grant could revitalize towns, like Bristow, along Route 66.
Hundreds of trains pass by Bristow’s historic 1923 depot, Frisco water tower and the town square every day.
Now, repairs to these iconic spots are part of the plan to revitalize towns along Route 66.
SEE MORE: The history of Route 66 in Green Country
2 News spoke to Megan Hoover, who lives in the Bristow area. She said small repairs could be huge for Bristow.
“I’m excited to see what the future brings. It should bring a lot of business to Bristow, and I’m excited,” said Hoover.
Hoover said the town square could be perfect for activities if it gets redone, "especially if they do more events. Like how they did the tabbouleh fest and car show.”
Staff with the Bristow Historical Society said renovations could bring in thousands of tourists.
“We want the future generations to know where we came from and to have that as a grounding on where they want to take the city,” said Joe Treigalet, program director of the Bristow Historical Society.
He said the historic spots have also been hit with vandalism. He said he knows it's his duty to preserve them for people like Hoover.
“Absolutely, oh yeah, I’m excited to check it out,” said Hoover.
Leaders with the Bristow Historical Society said if they get the grant, they also plan to make a walking path along those areas.
Stay in touch with us anytime, anywhere --
- Download our free app for Apple, Android and Kindle devices.
- Sign up for daily newsletters emailed to you
- Like us on Facebook
- Follow us on Instagram
- SUBSCRIBE on YouTube
