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Vancouver, Washington
The Old Apple Tree
The oldest apple tree in the Pacific Northwest.
Neillsville, Wisconsin
World's Fair Wisconsin Pavilion
This odd-shaped relic from the 1964 New York World's Fair found its way back home to Wisconsin.
objects of intrigue
This Bowl Contained Sugar 'Not Made by Slaves'
An early version of ethical consumption.
Rye, New Hampshire
Pulpit Rock Tower
The only one of New Hampshire's original 14 World War II watchtowers to survive in near-original condition.
Siglufjörður, Iceland
Herring Era Museum
This excellent museum recreates the boom days of the herring rush in the "Atlantic Klondike."
Atlanta, Georgia
Westview Cemetery
The largest cemetery in the American Southeast is a hidden gem near the heart of Atlanta.
Saint-Denis, France
Art Workshop of the Réunion des Musées Nationaux
This hidden workshop is filled with molds of France's most iconic sculptures.
Waverly, Virginia
First Peanut Museum in the U.S.
A museum in the heart of Virginia peanut country devoted to the humble goober.
Concord, Massachusetts
Paul Revere Lantern
One of two lighted lanterns hung in the church belfry on the eve of the Revolutionary War to warn that the British were on their way.
Larne, Northern Ireland
Larne Museum and Arts Centre
Artifacts and exhibits tell the story of a small town that has punched above its weight and influenced history.
Coventry, England
Ford's Hospital
For over 500 years this timbered alms house has provided a home for elderly residents of Coventry.
Melbourne, Australia
Princess Theatre
One of the oldest theaters in Australia, it's also said to be haunted by a performer who died on stage.
Belgrade, Serbia
Tito's Blue Train
Ride in 1960s style on the private luxury train Marshal Josip Tito used to travel around Yugoslavia.
Dunbar, Scotland
John Muir's Birthplace
The small Scottish townhouse where the "Father of the National Parks" was born.
Dolgarrog, Wales
Remains of the Dolgarrog Dam Disaster
The worst flood disaster in Welsh history might have been a lot worse if it had not happened on movie night.
Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington Cable Car
New Zealand's only running funicular railway.
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Revelations From a Wine Barrel Filled With Renaissance Poo
Centuries-old latrines in Denmark drop big hints about diets, trade, and health.
Queens, New York
Greaser on a Clock
A mysterious statue of a leather jacket-clad rebel leans coolly on an odd yellow clock.
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