original mcdonald's site and museum

globallyme

Basically, the main reason to visit is to say you've been to the original McDonalds. If you just want to say that you've been there, the biggest thing you can do is take a picture with the original sign.Inside, there is a TON of memorabilia and other historical items. I'm glad it was free since it seemed kind of junky and I wouldn't have paid money to enter. It seemed more like someone's personal collection than an actual museum. That being said, I'm sure there are huge McDonald's fans who would enjoy the museum since they do have a very thorough collection of memorabilia.If you want to say you've been, go! Otherwise, only go if you're a diehard fan.

641robertad

McD's has been a part of the baby boomer generation. Glad to see some parts of the history are preserved. This was a fun stop for my mom and sisters. We were glad we made the stop. The owner and his partner/friend both spend time talking to us about the history and sharing their knowledge with us. If you want any info on McD's history or Route 66, contact them. We didn't have enough time to browse the Route 66 museum and the military museum next door is only open on weekends. Definitely a must see!

704joa

My trip along Route 66 was about enjoying the many interesting & iconic places along the "Mother Road". From from a historical aspect it was very cool to see the rise of this globally known restaurant. It was fun to look at all the assorted items for promotions, toys and apparel that has been McDonald's all these years. It's well worth a detour if you are in the area.

Lynsey29732

What a difference a few decades make! Cool to see where fast food began - a little bit of Americana!

CarmichaelVentura

A museum devoted to a leading cause of obesity was not to be missed! Surprisingly well-organized, with tons of artifacts from over the years Worth going to if only so you can say you've been here.

ArizonaJIMandJILL

Enjoyed looking at the memorabilia. The displays were well organized over the decades. There were also many news articles framed and other items to show the progression of the chain.

475mattl

Took my 3 sons here when visiting the San Bernadino area. There was tons of interesting things, I even saw some old happy meal toys that I remember from my younger days. The kids loved seeing all the McDonalds stuff but they were disappointed they couldn't get a happy meal there.The displays are a bit all over the place, but considering that it's free I can let that slide. The store is next to the old Route 66 and they also had some neat Route 66 memorabilia in the back as well.The surrounding area seems a bit shonky but that said we didn't encounter any issues.

Heidi960

This place was really cool and interesting. The best part was that is was free. So many memorabilia. Well worth the visit.

690ellene

They could use some seriously work on this, I am glad it didn't cost anything. They have so many cool things in this building, but it was sort of a mess.

MoseleyPaddler

It's worth the price of admission, being free, and seeing Happy Meal toys and odds and ends from early McD's was interesting for two minutes, but I wouldn't go much out of my way to visit this place.

royandavis

Full of old Mac stuff, and told the story of how it all started. Also had some things about the old route 66. Well worth a visit. Only stayed an hour.

Rocker_rep

Mickey D's is part of Americana (whether you like them or not :) so it was fun to wander through. Everyone recognized something they had / have and there were many historical pieces that were new to us. Lots of background on the original, first sale, Ray Kroc ect. This short visit added alot to the Wigwam Motel / Rt 66 part of our long road trip.

IreneK774

Could be great place, and it does have a one-page history of McD, but basically it's just a couple rooms with a jumble of memorabilia, hard to know the significance of anything. Not officially connected to McDonald family or business. Disappointing you can't buy anything but root beer. Somebody should fix this place up! Could be great tourist attraction; a couple from China stopped by while I was there, but were just confused by it.

ckg88

All kinds of McDonald's items from the very beginning of it's history. I especially liked the photos of past workers. It's in the first McDonald's Ray Kroc built. Cute and fits right in if you're "doing" Route 66.

HpMatias

It is a great experience to enter and see part of the McDonalds history inside, from all over the world and photos from several places, from Japan to Croatia.The place is disorganized and it may be strange to enter and no one inside.The outside is not worth to see and it feels as an abandoned place.