Bloomington, Minnesota
The Mall of America
Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...
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Bloomington, Minnesota
Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...
Baraboo, Wisconsin
A remnant of the last Ice Age, this lake is surrounded by fascinating rock formations.
Washington, D.C.
Look closely and you’ll notice that the color changes a third of the way up the tower.
Juneau, Alaska
Known as the “Official Greeter of Juneau,” this dog still welcomes ships and their passengers to Alaska.
Juneau, Alaska
A rare chance to get up close and personal with a 13-mile ribbon of ice near downtown Juneau.
Green Bay, Wisconsin
The secluded resting place of a local historical figure who perished during the sinking of the Titanic.
Bangor, Maine
The world's only international cryptozoology museum is host to an unrivaled collection of mysterious objects.
Portland, Maine
Accessible only by boat, this centuries-old island fort never saw troops or combat.
Portland, Maine
The only remaining historic maritime signal station in the United States.
Missoula, Montana
A classic carnival ride that was carved to be untouchable.
Blue Mounds, Wisconsin
This cave holds a surprisingly colorful variety of geological oddities.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This striking art museum holds an amazing series of curiosity cabinets.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Robots, lasers, and whoopee cushions, oh my!
Fish Creek, Wisconsin
Walk up a ramp through a forest for panoramic views of Lake Michigan.
Sister Bay, Wisconsin
Restaurant in Northern Wisconsin comes with a unique feature: a grassy roof covered in living goats.
Washington Island, Wisconsin
This pebble beach is so beautiful that taking its rocks is against the law.
Seattle, Washington
A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.
San Antonio, Texas
Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.
Washington, D.C.
The 28,000-year-old specimen is remarkably intact.
Washington, D.C.
The remains of Martha, the last known passenger pigeon, serve as a tool to educate about conservation.
La Pointe, Wisconsin
These Great Lakes sea caves accessible by boat in the summer turn into temples of ice reachable by foot in the winter.
Rhinelander, Wisconsin
The menacing creature had a tremendous influence on the local culture before being exposed as a hoax.
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
A museum celebrating the self-taught artist-environment builder.