Langston University Offering Route 66 Beautification Vouchers

Photo courtesy of the Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce

As Oklahoma prepares to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66, Langston University is partnering with local communities to support beautification and community enhancement efforts along the Mother Road.

Through the Sherman Lewis School of Agriculture & Applied Sciences Cooperative Extension and Outreach Programs, Langston University has launched a Route 66 Centennial Community Beautification Project designed to strengthen local pride, improve shared spaces, and support economic development in Route 66 corridor communities across Oklahoma.

As part of this centennial initiative, eligible communities may receive $2,000 beautification vouchers to be used for plants and related supplies. Vouchers are redeemable through TLC Garden Centers in Oklahoma City and are intended to support visible, community-led projects such as downtown planters, streetscape improvements, and other public-facing enhancements.

Oklahoma’s 1890 Land-Grant University funding supports this effort and aligns with Langston University Extension’s mission to promote community development, environmental stewardship, and sustainability. Supporting Communities During the Route 66 Centennial Route 66 Centennial represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Oklahoma communities to showcase their identity, welcome visitors, and invest in long-term improvements. By working collaboratively with local leaders, civic groups, and residents, Langston University Extension aims to help communities honor the legacy of Route 66 while planting seeds—literally and figuratively—for the future.

Communities interested in participating in or learning more about the Route 66 Centennial Beautification Project are encouraged to contact Joshua Davis III at Langston University (Joshua.davis12@langston.edu, 405-255-5729).