The Story
The Sky View opened in 1950 and represents the second generation of drive-in theaters - larger screens, better sound, and purpose-built for the postwar automobile boom. Like Springfield's Route 66 Drive-In, the Sky View provided entertainment for Route 66 travelers and became a community gathering place.
The theater has been continuously operated by the same family since opening, recently upgraded to digital projection while maintaining its vintage atmosphere.
Surprise Facts
→ Operated by the same family since 1950
→ Part of Route 66's 'golden age' of drive-in theaters
→ Double features still common
Rabbit Hole Connection
Route 66 Drive-In Theatre →
Both drive-ins opened in the golden age of Route 66 and still operate today - two survivors of an era when outdoor movies were a staple of American travel.
Explore the connection →Visit Information
✓ Open to Visit
Address: 1500 Old Route 66 N, Litchfield, IL 62056
Hours: Seasonal - typically April to October
Tip: Double features still common