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Glenwood Cemetery's Chainsaw Sculptures
The towering figures were created from the cemetery's fallen old-growth trees.
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Places I want to go
Places on this traveler's wishlist.
Washington, D.C.
The Adams Memorial
A haunting tribute to pioneering photographer Clover Adams.
Washington, D.C.
Bare-Chested George Washington
Perhaps the most scandalous statue of America's first president.
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Sergeant Stubby
The most decorated dog of World War I is preserved in the Smithsonian.
Washington, D.C.
Starship Enterprise NCC-1701
The actual model from the original "Star Trek" series is now on display at the National Air and Space Museum.
Washington, D.C.
Renwick Gallery
The first purpose-built art gallery in the United States is once again open as a center of craft arts.
Washington, D.C.
Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
A lovely aquatic park built by a one-armed Civil War veteran who made a fortune from lotuses.
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National Bonsai Museum
One of the dwarven trees dates back to 1625 and survived the Hiroshima bombing.
Washington, D.C.
The Mansion on O Street
With over 100 jam-packed rooms to explore plus elaborate tea services and events, the Mansion on O Street is a hidden treasure.
Washington, D.C.
International Spy Museum
Home to items never before seen by the public.
Washington, D.C.
Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe
A museum cafe showcases Native American dishes and indigenous ingredients from across the Western Hemisphere.
Washington, D.C.
Lincoln Book Tower
A three-story tower of books about Abraham Lincoln is one of the more unusual monuments to the president.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Foucault Pendulum at the Franklin Institute
A daily replay of the experiment that proved the rotation of the Earth.
Flemington, New Jersey
Northlandz
One of the world's largest model railroads is a mind-boggling achievement.
Harleysville, Pennsylvania
Barn Attic
Inside this 150-year-old barn turned antique shop is a vast array of items for curios hunters.
Airville, Pennsylvania
Indian Steps Museum
A small museum along the Susquehanna River is home to a rich collection of Native American artifacts.
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
Don't get it twisted: This is the oldest pretzel bakery in the United States.
Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania
Phoebe's Little Wax Works
Intricate storybook scenes are tucked inside these shadow boxes, which are tucked inside a library in the Pocono Mountains.
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Cats of Longwood Gardens
These lush botanical gardens employ the most purrfect pest control force.
Coudersport, Pennsylvania
Coudersport Ice Mine
Contrary to what one might expect, ice forms inside this small cavern during the summer and melts during the winter.
Milford, Pennsylvania
Grey Towers
One of the U.S. Forest Service's only mansions is outfitted with a dinner table for floating food.
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Central Market
The oldest farmer's market in America is so ancient it was approved by the King of England.
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Crystal Cave
In which a local geological marvel becomes a quaint roadside attraction.
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Indian Echo Caverns
These tourist trap caverns are said to be the former home of a legendary Pennsylvania Hermit.
