Humboldt County, California
Avenue of the Giants
One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.
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Humboldt County, California
One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.
Leggett, California
This massive redwood tree has a hole in the base big enough to drive through.
Portland, Oregon
Entering this curiosity shop is like stepping into a mad scientist's lab.
Portland, Oregon
An emporium for the weird, creepy, rare, and just plain gross.
Cannon Beach, Oregon
A massive sea stack famous for its appearance in The Goonies.
Astoria, Oregon
You might recognize this historic Oregon mansion from its appearance in 'The Goonies.'
London, England
The monster at the center of the Darwin Center Spirit Collection.
Salem, Massachusetts
Experience the hysteria of a 17th century witch hunt through goofy reenactments and wax dummies that should probably be burned at the stake.
Sutton, West Virginia
In 1952, a strange encounter in the woods of West Virginia led to the legend of a 10-foot-tall monster with glowing eyes and a distinctive style.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A beautiful oddities shop crammed with strange and morbid curiosities.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A model of a dinosaur that was named for Andrew Carnegie stands outside the museum that also bears his name.
Seattle, Washington
Inside this curiosity shop, visitors can peruse the clown collection or purchase a molar from the mouth of Bigfoot.
Seattle, Washington
A hidden gem full of oddities, curiosities and macabre antiques.
Seattle, Washington
This Seattle store is packed with all sorts of curious creatures and creations.
Seattle, Washington
A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.
Seattle, Washington
A 100-year-old purveyor of curiosities, curios, and kitsch featuring mummies, shrunken heads, and a Fiji Mermaid.
Seattle, Washington
This working class sculpture pounds his hammer all the livelong day.
Atlanta, Georgia
Located on the campus of Emory University, this museum is filled with objects from the Americas to ancient Greece.
Chamblee, Georgia
An oddity shop filled with taxidermy, funerary memorabilia, and more.
Atlanta, Georgia
This massive store is home to an eccentric collection of vintage, retro, and peculiar goods.
Atlanta, Georgia
Scattered around Atlanta are little doors with big charm.
Atlanta, Georgia
Mai Tais and Navy Grog served up in one of the original tiki bars.
Washington, D.C.
With over 100 jam-packed rooms to explore plus elaborate tea services and events, the Mansion on O Street is a hidden treasure.
Oxon Hill, Maryland
The 72-foot giant escaped confinement in a large patch of mulch only to be reburied in the sandy shores of the Potomac River.