Carlsbad, California
Craftsmanship Museum
This large collection of tiny things revels in the art of fine machinery well made.
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Carlsbad, California
This large collection of tiny things revels in the art of fine machinery well made.
Escondido, California
A large sculptural artwork and garden in Escondido, California.
Ramona, California
This Pringle-shaped ledge makes for the perfect photo op.
Escondido, California
Sojourn to the past at this residence teeming with 1950s memorabilia.
Portland, Oregon
Delightful disarray of found objects and clutter.
Portland, Oregon
A puppeteer’s paradise offering shows, workshops, and an archive of over 2,000 puppets.
Portland, Oregon
Instead of fruit, the branches of this tree are brimming with hopes and dreams.
Portland, Oregon
The U.S. Navy's last diesel-electric submarine rests half-submerged in the middle of Portland.
Portland, Oregon
Tiny horses tethered to antique rings are scattered around the city.
Anaheim, California
The hidden jewel of Disneyland: a members only playground for the Disney elite.
Los Angeles, California
The silent film master's legacy commemorated in all the right and wrong places.
Los Angeles, California
A "Titanic" superfan changed his name to Jack and set up this strange shrine to the blockbuster, complete with Korean food and Tarot readings.
Los Angeles, California
A cake-themed art installation tucked away in historic Chinatown.
Los Angeles, California
Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."
Long Beach, California
The creator of the carousel's bingo-pinball hybrid survives in California's oldest gaming establishment.
Anaheim, California
A surreal, Gaudi-inspired play space near an Anaheim community center.
Costa Mesa, California
A small sculpture garden that provides a microcosmic representation of California.
Del Monte Forest, California
Haunting and beautiful trees, doomed to die.
Castroville, California
It should come as no surprise that the world's largest artichoke lies in the town that calls itself the "Artichoke Center of the World."
Santa Cruz, California
A strange house built only at night, with rumored mystic inspiration.
San Jose, California
This 252 step staircase offers stunning views of San Jose.
Pacific Grove, California
Two rocks in a perpetual kiss and one of "the most romantic spot in America."
Pacific Grove, California
Every year, over 25,000 monarchs overwinter in Pacific Grove.
Monterey, California
This municipal playground was co-created by the father of one of the most playful characters ever.