Places DHS Wants to Go

The magazine keeps a perfectly groomed display garden for its photo shoots.

An old town theater converted into a celebration of the hobo legacy.

A unique work of outsider art sourced from scrap metals and signifies conservation.

The last location where Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson played before their tragic deaths.

This hand-carved wooden carousel in the Story City North Park was built in 1913.

Architectural elements and building materials for this house were transported from Salisbury, England.

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

Millions of dollars worth of sculpture decorate this Iowa city center.

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

This zombie-themed restaurant stands out in the heart of corn country.

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

A half-mile long and three stories high, this bridge over the Des Moines River Valley mimics a descent into a mine shaft.

The only Civil War battle in Washington D.C. took place near this highest natural point in the city.

The deepest lake in the United States, and once the site of epic destruction that lives on in legends.

These towering spires and glowing walls are carefully crafted from hundreds of thousands of icicles.

The only building in Louisville (hopefully) that contains two ancient holy skeletons.

A humble plaque marks the site where the country music legend was found dead in his Cadillac.

The surprising home of the iconic Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel.

This small Arkansas town once had a close encounter with the Beatles, and are determined never to let anyone forget that. Ever.

Though the original building has been demolished, these massive bronze doors were saved.

An iconic location along the Los Angeles River where countless movie scenes are filmed.

Formerly Fire Station No. 27, the museum is a hidden gem in the heart of Hollywood.

The blinking light atop the iconic landmark has been sending secret messages for decades.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.