This unassuming home was once “grand central station” for the Underground Railroad.

The highest point in Indiana is curated by an Eagle scout but may be in danger of losing its record to a nearby garbage pile.

This long unused shot tower on the Mississippi remains a point of pride for a small city in Iowa.

For just a few bucks, this Iowa funicular will let you feel like an 1800s fat cat.

The world’s largest truck stop includes a barber shop, chiropractor, and a huge museum with antique trucks.

This 16-foot-diameter wooden coin has been standing in Iowa City since 2006.

What was once a communal kitchen now serves heaping portions of hearty German fare.

Step back in time while shopping inside this local store.

Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...

Ever wanted to can Spam?

This water tower has been a staple of the Rochester skyline since 1931.

Most comprehensive museum in America devoted to one ethnic group.

Elaborate hand-carved wooden clocks two brothers made in their spare time are on display at this handsome little museum.

The Iowa state contender for largest pan in the world oddly only comes in second or so.

An Iowa town celebrates its heritage with the tallest working Dutch windmill in North America.

An obelisk commemorating Lincoln's role in connecting the coasts.

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

A four story, football field-sized, nine-grotto creation made of shells, minerals, and rare stones.

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

The highest point in Iowa, while not that impressive to mountain states, has earned its own monuments.

More than 7,000 gallons of water pour over these cascading red quartzite waterfalls every second.

This hidden treasure provides a charming access point along the south side of Baker Park.

According to local history, this cast-iron canine was nearly melted down for bullets during the Civil War.

Historic barracks utilized during both the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.