New York, New York
Nikola Tesla Street Corner
Commemorating the spot where the famous scientist fed his pigeons.
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Places I've been
Places this traveler has marked as been there.
New York, New York
Giant Needle and Button
There must be a pun in this haystack somewhere...
New York, New York
The Real Winnie the Pooh & Pals
The original toys that inspired the beloved children's stories are on display at the New York Public Library.
New York, New York
Pneumatic System of the New York Public Library
One of the last few places in Manhattan that employed a pneumatic systemic keeps it on display.
New York, New York
The Wertheim Study
This study room in the New York Public Library saw the creation of one of contemporary America's greatest traitors.
New York, New York
Bryant Park Escape Hatch
A commemorative plaque hides a door that leads down to the New York Public Library's underground book bunker.
New York, New York
Israel Miller's 'Show Folks Shoe Shop' Building
Amid the marketing blitz of modern Times Square is an elegant holdover from its showbiz glory days.
New York, New York
Times Square Hum
A pedestrian island in the middle of world-famous Times Square emits a strange (and purposeful) humming noise.
New York, New York
Spotlight on Broadway Map
The 28-foot granite map plots the locations of 40 theaters in New York City.
New York, New York
The Actor's Temple
A Hell's Kitchen synagogue that has counted stars of stage and screen among its congregation.
Washington, D.C.
Site of the Union Station Train Crash
A 1,100-ton train fell through the floor in 1953. Workers got it patched up in just 72 hours.
Washington, D.C.
Roman Legionnaire Modesty Shields
Railroad officials in the early 1900s sought to spare travelers the sight of Roman soldiers’ private parts.
Washington, D.C.
National Building Museum
Fittingly, America's museum of architecture is itself a magnificently designed old building.
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Cats of Longwood Gardens
These lush botanical gardens employ the most purrfect pest control force.
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Longwood Gardens
This palatial botanical garden is home to one of the largest pipe organs ever installed in a private residence, and a piece of Wood's cycad.
Wilmington, Delaware
Enchanted Woods at Winterthur Gardens
An award-winning children’s garden enchants visitors at the intersection of natural beauty and fairy tales.
Wilmington, Delaware
Winterthur
A blend of art, antiquities, and Americana fill this museum, surrounded by whimsical, enchanting gardens.
Wilmington, Delaware
Smith's Bridge
The longest covered bridge in Delaware.
Washington, D.C.
Hecht Company Warehouse
Art deco landmark on the outskirts of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
National Capitol Columns
The Corinthian columns that towered over Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration stand proud.
Washington, D.C.
National Bonsai Museum
One of the dwarven trees dates back to 1625 and survived the Hiroshima bombing.
Havana, Cuba
Colón Cemetery
In terms of history and architecture, this is one of the most remarkable cemeteries in the world.
Vaiaku, Tuvalu
Funafuti Airport Airstrip
With only one flight in and out a week, the unfenced runway at this small island's airport transforms into a seaside park for locals and visitors.
Apia, Samoa
To Sua Ocean Trench
The world is full of swimming holes, but few compare to Samoa’s idyllic To Sua ocean trench.
