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The only public school for Black children in the region from 1895-1936.

This building at the south end of the boardwalk was once home to the U.S. Life-Saving Service and the U.S. Coast Guard before being rescued itself.

The ruins of an 18th-century mansion that was once named "Mistake" by the man who had it built.

Unannounced visitors are now welcome at the site of the largest Prohibition-era bootlegging operation in the region.

The hidden ruins of a mill that is linked to an attempt to assassinate the vice president of the United States.

The bridge's highly-contested plaque (once again) honors Confederate President Jefferson Davis.

This rare triple-jurisdiction drawbridge passes through Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

One artist’s scheme to expand museum viewing hours into the evening led to the illumination of an entire city.

Its diverse collection of computers and technology spans the ages.

A suburban museum tells the story of a historic transportation network and even provides rides in antique trolley cars.

The childhood home of the Sultan of Swat is just a line drive away from Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Explore the legends surrounding these mythical sea creatures inside this museum.

The development and impact of electronic media showcased in a picturesque farmhouse in Maryland.

Once a thriving business district, this former shopping area is now an urban ghost town in the heart of the city.

Remains of a historic fountain that was mysteriously lost in the demolition of a D.C. traffic circle.

At this former Prohibition speakeasy, electric birds signaled the arrival of hooch.

Historic home of America's sweetheart sharpshooter, Annie Oakley.

This ruined quarry once produced the distinctive red sandstone used for construction projects in Washington, D.C.

The Forest Service's surprisingly sophisticated collection of wildfire prevention art features America's most beloved bear.

Fascinating museum dedicated to the under-appreciated medical history of urology features some wince-inducing devices.

George Washington's dentures and Queen Victoria's dental instruments are in the nation’s official museum of the dental profession.

A Civil War Museum with some notable medical antiques.

Built by the patriotic residents of Boonsboro in a single day.

Two dozen pinball games hidden away inside a most unlikely location.