About this Course

Ages 50 & Up. FREE. Ever wonder about the story behind the 1973 film “American Graffiti”? The movie recreated the world of 1960s teens, showing off their hot rods, listening to rock n’ roll, and socializing, but the Renton Loop was the real thing. Renton’s car culture of auto camps, drive-in restaurants, hot cars, and one-way streets created the perfect environment for teens to cruise between the 1960s and 1980s. Join us for a talk about the real-life Renton Loop—bring your photos and objects to share! Presented by Elizabeth P. Stewart, Renton History Museum Manager, and Don Hunsaker III, Volunteer Researcher