Places jmchasse Wants to Go

A whimsical, punny collection of "fence art" outside the tiny mountain town of Baker, Nevada.

This unique structure in suburban Austin is made up entirely of other people's castaways, and constantly changing.

This gas station offers wine tastings and craft beer.

Housed in a century-old building, this museum's dedicated not just to soft drinks, but to the free enterprise system.

Texas's oldest bakery serves authentic German pastries, including legendary strudel.

A 2,500-pound wooden nickel makes this woodworking museum easy to spot from the road.

A National Historic Landmark with a scenic clock tower and park filled with deer and peacocks, plus a military museum.

Conflicting markers on its floor tell a tale of two city centers in San Antonio.

Two small markers remember the Alamo's feline protectors.

An ivy-covered arch bridge dedicated to Tejano music singer and legend Rosita Fernandez.

A 131-year-old wunderkammer of Texas history.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Explore the largest pure gypsum deposit in the world, and go dune sledding while you're at it.

A wealth of pop culture statuary and green chile dishes give this roadside restaurant clout.