Roadside Attractions

A failed piece of Orientalism has become the proud symbol of a community.

A roadside collection of over-sized iron creations that are a bit more macabre than most.

One of Australia's famed "Big Things," this giant fruit was once stolen as part of a publicity stunt.

What do a giraffe, an elephant, and reasonably priced steaks have in common? This roadside restaurant filled with exotic taxidermy.

This psychedelic tourist trap is a leisurely descent into madness.

This giant roadside goose has been hailing travelers into a small Ontario town for over 50 years.

One man’s vision of living among dinosaurs credits Jesus Christ as the engine of biological evolution.

Like Stonehenge, but with boats and oodles more charm.

This giant steer-skull edifice refuses to die.

This modern medieval weapon of war was built to toss pumpkins.

This little slice of old Jerusalem in Oklahoma is the evolution of a century-old passion play.

In a town that's had a whole lot of giant chairs this one still stands tall, just not the tallest.

A monumental statue of RCA's mascot now sits atop a historical society roof after a life of moving around.

First a root beer ad, then a golf course clubhouse, and finally a massive teapot.

Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.

Thousands of small machines line the shelves of this personal collection which definitely delivers on its name.

These crudely shaped folk giants may be the the second most photographed statues in the U.S.