Western Towns Preserve Mining, Route 66 History

The articles highlight small-town travel centered on local history, distinctive landscapes and a slower pace. Deadwood, South Dakota, pairs its Wild West heritage and historic Main Street with outdoor recreation and nearby Black Hills attractions, while Arizona destinations such as Ajo offer mining history, desert scenery and quiet escapes. In New Mexico, Carlos Garcia and his brother preserve Route 66 history by collecting and restoring vintage neon signs. Winona, Arizona, residents are also working to keep the town’s highway heritage alive, and ghost towns near Missoula, Montana, invite visitors to explore historic buildings in a rural setting.