Washington, D.C.
The Lindens
The oldest house in Washington, D.C. wasn't originally constructed in the nation's capital.
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Places on this traveler's wishlist.
Washington, D.C.
Washington Stock Exchange Building
D.C. once had its own tiny rival to the New York Stock Exchange.
Washington, D.C.
The Lockkeeper's House
A derelict bit of infrastructure from the canal that once ran through D.C. is landlocked in the heart of the city.
Washington, D.C.
Washington Monument Access Hatch
Daredevil repair workers can worm their way out the access hatch, loop ropes over the apex and rappel down the monument.
Washington, D.C.
Fort Reno Park
The only Civil War battle in Washington D.C. took place near this highest natural point in the city.
Washington, D.C.
Albert Einstein Bronze Statue
The beloved statue at the National Academy of Sciences is oh so inviting to sit on.
Richmond, Virginia
Egyptian Building
A convincing little bit of ancient Egypt smack dab in Richmond, Virginia.
Richmond, Virginia
The Markel Building
Inspired by a foil-wrapped potato, (seriously) the Markel Building has been deemed one of the 10 ugliest buildings in the world.
Permanently Closed
Carnegie, Pennsylvania
Professional and Amateur Pinball Association World Headquarters
Where the "World Pinball Champion” is crowned.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Irish Memorial at Penn's Landing
An Irish Memorial commemorating those who perished due to potato blight.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Shark Tombstone
Within this beautiful Pittsburgh cemetery, a unique headstone bears witness to one man's eternal love for Jaws.
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Central Market
The oldest farmer's market in America is so ancient it was approved by the King of England.
Richmond, Virginia
Richmond Airport Civil War Fortifications
The airport was once a Civil War battleground, and the earthwork defenses can still be seen today.
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Misty of Chincoteague
The taxidermy remains of the most popular pony in children's literature.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Mount Trashmore
Scenic mount trashmore, Virginia Beach's most curious waterfront still has a couple of secrets.
Falls Church, Virginia
'Pennies from Heaven'
A whopping 14,000 copper coins cover this miniature fighter jet.
Norfolk, Virginia
Doumar's Barbecue
This old-fashioned carhop restaurant gave the world the waffle cone.
Millinocket, Maine
Pockwockamus Rock
This nature mural exists to protect the surrounding environment and its own canvas from destruction.
Bethel, Maine
Maine Mineral & Gem Museum
A showcase of geologic history is home to one of the largest collection of lunar meteorites on Earth.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Atomic Liquors
Back in 1952, you could get a mushroom cloud chaser with your atomic cocktail.
San Bernardino, California
Unofficial McDonald's Museum
This unlicensed collection of fast-food memorabilia sits on the site of the first ever McDonald's restaurant.
Seattle, Washington
Orient Express Restaurant
This Seattle joint serves food inside an old train car once used by FDR.
Los Angeles, California
Pink's Hot Dogs
World-famous, Pink's still manages to keep its prized cult fetish status.
Shelburne, Vermont
Shelburne Museum
Dispersed across 45-acres, 39 structures house a massive collection celebrating American Folk Art.
