(AP) — History buffs are celebrating the 100th birthday of the Lincoln Highway at its midpoint in Nebraska.

Two groups of drivers who left from San Francisco and New York met in Kearney, Neb., to celebrate the Lincoln Highway.

The Lincoln Highway was one of the nation’s first transcontinental highways. It was created with private donations and the support of communities along the route.

The centennial celebration began Sunday, and it will continue on Monday.

The Great Platte River Road Archway that crosses Interstate 80 put together an exhibit on the history of the highway.

More than 300 cars and 5,000 people were expected to attend the events.