Washington, D.C.
'Spirit of American Youth' Statue
A replica of the famous memorial statue at the Normandy American Cemetery hides in an office building in downtown D.C.
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Washington, D.C.
A replica of the famous memorial statue at the Normandy American Cemetery hides in an office building in downtown D.C.
New Orleans, Louisiana
The tallest monument in a historic New Orleans cemetery was prompted by romance and dash of pettiness.
San Diego, California
Not truly a ship nor a building, the Navy's first and last "landship" is now abandoned due to clerical issues.
San Diego, California
The world's largest outdoor organ is played weekly by one of just two civic organists in the U.S.
Washington, D.C.
A museum cafe showcases Native American dishes and indigenous ingredients from across the Western Hemisphere.
Newport, Rhode Island
Oldest synagogue in the United States.
Independence, Missouri
This otherworldly church spire reaches up toward the heavens.
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
This unusual lava tube spouts seawater during high surf.
Mears, Michigan
An unlikely beach paradise of giant sand dunes lies between two lakes just a few minutes from Michigan's cherry country.
Lansing, Michigan
Perched atop a brick smokestack, this enormous lug nut symbolizes the local minor league baseball team.
Los Angeles, California
This symbol of peace is appropriately positioned overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
The remnants of a creative early method of wildfire prevention.
Winslow, Arizona
The story of Two Guns, Arizona could easily be described as a Shakespearian tragedy on Route 66.
George Town, Cayman Islands
There is one corporation registered for every three square feet of space in this inconspicuous office building.
New Orleans, Louisiana
A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Once the site of a Native American harvest festival, this humble clearing later played an invaluable role in the birth of jazz.
New Orleans, Louisiana
This distinctive Crescent City tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn carriages.
Indianapolis, Indiana
This stately clubhouse has showcased German-American culture for over a century.
Franconia, New Hampshire
Packed with gear and memorabilia, this museum chronicles the history of skiing and how its rise shaped New England.
Cincinnati, Ohio
One of Cincinnati's greatest fighters once trained at a now defunct gym in this Over-The-Rhine neighborhood.
Versailles, Ohio
The final resting place of the most famous sharpshooter.
Townsend, Tennessee
In one of America’s oldest mountain ranges, a long-awaited section of a scenic highway is now open to the public.
Bowling Green, Ohio
Evidence from a brutal 1880s murder is on display at this former infirmary house.
Toledo, Ohio
This restaurant proudly displays bread signed by the 39th president.