Route 66 As You’ve Never Seen It.

Name: Small Cars, Big Adventure: A Centennial Tribute to Route 66 | Coffee Table Book | Pre-Order
Brand: Anthony Schmidt Photography
SKU: SQ3262025
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Over 2,400 miles. Eight states. History in the Making.

A 230+ page coffee table photography book created after traveling 2,400+ miles across America’s most iconic highway.

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✓ Route completed June 2026 ✓ Official Route 66 Centennial Project ✓ Thousands of photographs captured

The Magic of Anthony Schmidt: Photos That Captivated Millions & a Journey That Changed Everything.

Anthony isn't just photographing Route 66.

He's preserving a piece of American history.

Known around the world for his incredibly realistic miniature photography, Anthony has spent years creating photographs that fool millions into believing they're looking at full-sized classic cars.

For Route 66's 100th anniversary, he took that same passion on the road, traveling more than 2,400 miles across eight states to document the people, landmarks, roadside attractions, forgotten places, and timeless beauty of America's most iconic highway.

The result is a stunning new coffee table book filled with photographs, stories, and memories that celebrate Route 66 before its centennial passes into history.

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2,400+ Miles Traveled

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Eight States

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Hundreds of Original Photographs

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230+ Page Hardcover Book

Small Cars, Big Adventure: A Centennial Tribute to Route 66 | Coffee Table Book | Pre-Order

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Small Cars, Big Adventure: A Centennial Tribute to Route 66 | Coffee Table Book | Pre-Order

$79.99 USD

Route 66 turns 100 in 2026.

This coffee table book documents a once-in-a-century journey down America’s most iconic highway: created to honor the road, the towns, and the stories that shaped generations of travelers.

The book is part of a larger Route 66 project led by Anthony Schmidt, combining classic cars, photography, and a real cross-country journey into one meaningful work. Each image captures the spirit of the open road through Anthony’s distinctive miniature photography style, blending nostalgia with careful craftsmanship.

Book preorders help make the journey possible.

Why This Book Exists

Created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66
Documents a real cross-country journey, not a studio project
Features Anthony Schmidt’s signature miniature car photography
Designed as a lasting keepsake for Route 66 supporters and collectors
Officially designated as a Route 66 Centennial project

About Preorders

This book is currently available by preorder only.

Preorders help fund the Route 66 journey and the creation of the book itself. Once the preorder window closes, availability may be limited.

Estimated delivery: Summer 2026

An Official Route 66 Centennial Project

This book and journey have been officially designated as part of the Route 66 Centennial celebration.

That designation recognizes the project as part of the national effort to preserve and celebrate America’s most iconic highway during its 100th anniversary.

The Route 66 Centennial mark is used under license from the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership.

2027 Route 66 Calendar (Pre-Order) | Anthony Schmidt Photography

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2027 Route 66 Calendar (Pre-Order) | Anthony Schmidt Photography

$19.95 USD

~~$24.95 USD~~ $19.95 USD

Route 66 only turns 100 once.

To celebrate its Centennial, Anthony Schmidt traveled the entire Mother Road—documenting the people, places, roadside icons, and classic cars that continue to make Route 66 unlike anywhere else in America.

The 2027 Route 66 Centennial Calendar is the first official collectible released from that historic journey. Each month features a new photograph captured on location, transforming a once-in-a-lifetime road trip into a piece of Americana you can enjoy all year long.

Whether it hangs in your garage, office, workshop, or living room, this calendar serves as a daily reminder of the open road that inspired generations.

Why You’ll Love It

Exclusive Centennial Art: 17 all-new Route 66 photographs captured entirely during Anthony’s historic journey.
Iconic Americana: Packed with historic landmarks, vintage automobiles, and hidden gems.
Premium Quality: Full-color printing on heavy-duty paper with large monthly date grids that are easy to write on.
The Ultimate Gift: A must-have collector's item for Route 66 enthusiasts, classic car lovers, and photography fans.

Special Pre-Order Pricing

Limited-Time Offer: Reserve your calendar today to lock in early supporter pricing before the official release. Once pre-orders close, the calendar will retail at its standard price of $24.95.

More Than a Calendar

This isn’t simply a way to keep track of dates—it’s a celebration of one of America’s greatest highways. Every photograph preserves the landmarks, communities, and moments that made this once-in-a-century project so special.

Product Specifications

Format: January–December 2027 wall calendar
Images: 17 exclusive, full-color Route 66 photographs
Stock: Premium heavyweight paper
Shipping: Ships Fall 2026 (Perfect for holiday gifting)

Donate Directly: Support Anthony's Route 66 Journey

Preordering the book is the primary way to support the project.

Some supporters simply want to help keep the Route 66 journey moving. If you prefer not to preorder the book, or would like to make an additional contribution, you can support the project directly below.

Donations help offset travel and production costs and allow this once-in-a-century journey to be completed as planned.

Donation options

NOTE: Donations do not include the book

$10 – Mile Marker Support

Help move the Route 66 journey forward, one mile at a time.

$20 – Open Road Supporter

Support the journey across America’s most iconic highway.

$40 – Road Ahead Backer

Help cover travel and production costs along the route.

$100 – Centennial Legacy Contributor

Support a once-in-a-century Route 66 journey during its 100th anniversary.

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Partners helping bring this once-in-a-century journey to life.