The purposes of the Association is to preserve the history of the Old Route 66 across the Panhandle of Texas.  To encourage the restoration and maintenance of historical sites and structures existing along Old Route 66.  To establish a cooperative working relationship with other Old Route 66 Associations organized in other states transversed by Old Route 66, and other historical organizations with similar programs and objectives.  To promote tourism in the areas along Old Route 66.  To encourage the study of the old road as it pertains to Texas and United States history, and to operate and maintain premises, artifacts, and accessioning of the old Route 66 Association Museum, Association Library, Texas Route 66 Hall of Fame, provide advertising brochures, and publish quarterly newsletters.