Rockwood Motor Court

05/28/2026

We are so honored to serve this amazing community! We'd love for you to stay with us this Summer.

05/24/2026

"The World at our Door" Local artist, Zac Hohensee, created the sculpture in January 2020 to express his feelings about the need for world unity and that we're all neighbors. Installed in the front garden of Rockwood Motor Court in May 2026 to celebrate the international friendships that are forged on Route 66. Zac built the sculpture using a 100 gallon propane tank for the globe, 1950's Ford tractor hub for the base, and his own welding ingenuity. It revolves 360 degrees on its axis. The piece weighs between 400-500 pounds. Painted, using 12 degree spaced latitude lines, the continents are placed and painted with a high level of accuracy in location, relative size, and topography. Your new photo op at the Rockwood.

05/23/2026

TODAY’S THE DAY! Come by this evening (7:30-9:00) and hang out on the patio with David Skernick. You’re sure to have a good time, learn a few things about shooting a picture, and maybe pick up a copy of his latest book. A night to remember!

05/20/2026

BE THERE OR BE SQUARE: This Saturday night (May 23), from 7:30-9:00, for an “Evening on the Patio” with award winning photojournalist, David Skernick. With David’s 40+ years experience and 15 published books, you’re sure to learn as well as laugh AND make a new friend!

05/14/2026

We proudly announce noted photojournalist, David Skernick, will be at the Rockwood for “An Evening on the Patio” Saturday, May 23 from 7:30-9:00 p.m.
David is the author of 15 books with his most recent, “Get Your Pics on Route 66”, released in January. His resume boasts many awards and achievements including album covers for artists such as The Eagles, John Fogerty, Nirvana, and Barbara Streisand. David loves to discuss his craft and the art and science of his photography. Please join us.

05/10/2026

Today, no matter where you are, please take a moment and thank or be thankful for the woman who gave you life and helped make you into the person you are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

05/07/2026

UPDATE: East side of sign is now 100% operational. West side should be up and glowing by end of week. Payne Sign Co. is amazing!

Didn’t want to spoil the excitement and fun of last week so we waited to tell you about hail vs neon. It took a hit. Patience please as Payne Sign Co. does their best to get us glowing and humming again.

05/01/2026

We’re just totally starstruck and speechless.🤩🤩🤩 It’s not every day that Al Roker, Dylan Dreyer, and Laura Jarrett show up at the Rockwood. Check it out. So much fun!

TODAY’s Al Roker, Dylan Dreyer, and Laura Jarrett take a road trip down the iconic Route 66 to take in the sights and sounds of historic Springfield, Missouri. They visit Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, take turns swinging at the mound at Route 66 Stadium, home t...

04/24/2026

We’re pretty danged excited to have this beauty installed right down the street from the Rockwood. Now, the photo ops are everywhere!❤️ , ,

04/13/2026

The Trabis arrived and what a grand time we had! Fun and more fun with lots of laughs. Thank you guys for making Rockwood part of your journey! And then, our buddy Matt from down the street, brought one from his stable. We think they may be cousins!😁

02/06/2026

Started getting calls the other morning and what do you know? The little old Rockwood was on TV!

Owners Phyllis Ferguson and Tim Phillips have restored the almost century-old property into what it would have been like in the Mother Road’s prime years.