Bells and Their Locations

View notable bell sites showcasing important cultural history.

Significant Historic Sites – All Bells

The bell sites on this page are tagged with a black bell hence: The Black Bell Project. These are historically significant locations on Route 66 that still exist as they were during the heyday of Route 66 travel. In most cases these establishments have been there all along operating as they were during the commission of route 66 and in many cases are owned by the same family. Celebrities have often visited these places and still do. In other cases, these are establishments that have maintained the culture of route 66 during those times and have been marked as must see stops.

Retro sign for La Paloma Mexican Food with a cloudy sky backdrop.

La Verne: La Paloma

La Paloma Mexican Restaurant in...
Entrance sign for Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse displayed on a covered wagon.

San Dimas: Pinnacle Peak

Pinnacle Peak in San Dimas,...
Exterior view of Donut Man shop with clear blue sky.

Glendora: The Donut Man

Opened in 1972, The Donut...
Art Deco building on a sunny street corner.

Monrovia: The Aztec Hotel

The Aztec Hotel in Monrovia,...
A person in PPE holding a COVID-19 test swab outdoors.

Arcadia: The Derby

The Derby in Arcadia, California,...
Vintage pharmacy storefront with colorful signage on a sunny day.

South Pasadena: Fair Oaks Pharmacy

Fair Oaks Pharmacy in South...
Highland Park Bowl entrance with people outside.

Highland Park: Highland Park Bowl

Highland Park Bowl, originally opened...
Illuminated Chinatown gate glowing against night sky.

China Town Gate

The China Gate shown in...
Exterior view of a two-story vintage diner on a sunny day.

Los Angels: Original Philippi

Philippe's, located in downtown Los...
Neon sign reading 'Formosa' glowing green at night.

West Hollywood: The Formosa Café

The Formosa Café, located in...