Places anjohnst Wants to Go

A hidden barn-sized rendition of Grant Wood's most famous, and most parodied, painting.

This metal disk commemorates the birth of a historic American holiday.

A museum packed with instruments, lyrics, and other mementos of the American folk icon.

This bright yellow building is packed with sweet treats from all around the world, from chocolate-covered crickets to whoopie pies.

Find out what it sounds like when doves cry at Prince's recording studio estate turned museum.

The first home of the doomed aviator Amelia Earhart.

A wonderful collection of all things Oz is nestled in the heart of Kansas.

See the motorcycles that launched the stuntman to fame and the gear that saved his life.

These elevated trucks were put in place as a middle finger to The Man, but are now considered folk art.

The quirky collection includes treasures like Elvis' underwear, Bob Barker's toothbrush, and hundreds of sock monkeys.

Where the author wrote her beloved "Little House" books.

This lagomorph-obsessed Route 66 emporium is home to a giant jackrabbit that sits in a bunny graveyard.

A giant pair of thick black glasses mark the tragic demise of a trio of rock and roll legends.

Eight feet in diameter and more than 24 feet around.

The “American Gothic" artist's largest works hang in an Iowa State University library.

Beating out all other concrete competitors, this massive garden feature's pointy hat has earned it a world record.

While he no longer has an eatery to give him context, this off-brand Paul Bunyan still holds his giant hot dog with pride.

This rare female version of the Muffler Man has its clothes removed each summer to signal the start of pool season.

An idle pastime becomes a record holder in Boys Town, Nebraska.

This quaint museum lets you take a ride on its antique carousels.

Like Stonehenge, but with boats and oodles more charm.

Home with Gothic windows featured in a famous painting.

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

Ever wanted to can Spam?