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W.C. Handy, sometimes known as the Father of the Blues, drew inspiration for one of his biggest hits from this spot.

This historic, century-old theater is still in operation.

The final resting place of the legendary outlaw.

The site of the surrender of Colonel Fannin and his men during the Texas Revolution.

A treasure trove of artifacts dating back to the late 19th century in Alabama.

Line up for a hickory-smoked BBQ bologna sandwich at this family-run institution.

For more than 75 years, this living piece of history has been serving exceptional soul food.

Since 1939, this no-frills spot has been turning out perfectly seasoned renditions of a Delta staple.

Pay your respects at this juke joint founded by a blues legend of the Mississippi Delta.

Pull off Highway 61 in high summer for fried green tomato BLTs, turkey legs, and boiled peanuts.

Dunk your doughnut in a Vietnamese egg coffee or come through during Mardi Gras for the highly coveted king cakes.

This award-winning men's bathroom was just too beautiful to not allow women to see.

At 135 years old and counting, this historic print shop is heaven for poster nerds and music buffs.

Despite being considered a thoroughly American sport, basketball's oldest surviving playing field is found in the basement of a Paris YMCA.

Indiana's shrine to the sport that has become a hallmark of their culture.

A tribute to the man who invented basketball stands in his Canadian hometown.

This monument pays tribute to the city’s contribution to basketball history.

The legendary court where emerging basketball players gain their street cred.

Water still flows through the oldest Spanish aqueduct in America.

This cliffside memorial marks the final resting place of a lonely violinist.

A testament to Colorado’s rugged mining history sits against a backdrop of striking mountain scenery.

A Prohibition-era casino once hidden as a palatial tea room.

The first musical instrument of its kind to be built in the United States—and the world’s tallest.

A once-thriving hotel from the Old West now sits abandoned, under the threat of demolition.