Gift Shop Owner at Seligman Arizona

My Small Town Life

By Brad Wu

Clarissa Delgadillo, the youngest daughter of Angel Delgadillo and the manager of Angel and Vilma Delgadillo’s Original Route 66 Gift Shop, was born during Route 66’s heyday. Growing up along the historic highway, she witnessed its prosperity, decline, and revival firsthand. With a unique perspective shaped by decades of change, she shares her insights into her father’s life, his unwavering dedication to his business, and his relentless fight to preserve the heritage of Route 66, particularly between Seligman and Kingman, Arizona.

Part 1 – My Memory of Old Route 66

Part 2 – Biggest Obstacle

Part 3 – Mom, Dad and Our Small-town Life

Clarissa Delgadillo (front), Brad Wu (back), 2024