Get Your Kicks on Route 66 at Springs Preserve

LAS VEGAS - June 26, 2013 - PRLog -- WHAT:
In 1946 "(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66" hit the airwaves, bringing to life an American Icon. Just mentioning the name itself of this legendary highway conjures up images of people heading west. Now you can take a summer road trip and get your kicks on Route 66! Experience Next Exit: Route 66 and explore how local artists have interpreted the "Mother Road" of the American Auto Age-avenue to the West and symbol of freedom and reinvention-using a variety of media and techniques. Featuring artists Su Limbert,Todd Duane Miller, Andreana Donahue, Justin Favela and JW Caldwell. Exhibit on display daily June 28 through September 15, 2013. Free for members or included with paid general admission.

WHERE: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., (Meadows Lane, between Alta Drive and U.S. 95)

WHEN: June 28th - September 15th, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

OTHER: About the Springs Preserve
Located just three miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip, the Springs Preserve is an award-winning 180-acre family destination dedicated to exploring green-living, desert life, and Las Vegas’ vibrant history through botanical gardens, interactive science and nature exhibits, animal shows, and trails offering hiking, biking and more. Indoor experiences include exhibition galleries dedicated to showcasing art and traveling exhibitions of local and national significance, on-site technologically advanced learning centers, the Springs Cafe, operated by the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas, and the Nevada State Museum. The Preserve hosts seasonal special events including concerts, arts shows and holiday experiences. Plan your visit at springspreserve.org or explore via your favorite social media sites and find us on Google Maps. Hours of Operation - Spring/Summer: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fall/Winter Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., seven days a week (Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day); hours vary for classes and special events. Gardens and trails close at 4 p.m. or dusk (whichever comes first). The Springs Preserve is located at 333 South Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107.