Places kcmay1999 Wants to Go

Parts of the civil rights movement unfolded in this historic eatery, helmed by the "Queen of Creole Cuisine."

Before becoming a public park, this spot was a shell midden, a fort, and an amusement park.

Legend says a primate-like cryptid prowls this otherworldy sliver of the Louisiana bayou.

A private museum dedicated to preserving the heritage of Mardi Gras' most beloved underdog parades, open by appointment.

A prime example of New Orleans' unique architecture these early 20th century homes were built to look like steamboats.

It's clear this abandoned Art Deco gem was no ordinary cleaners.

A little piece of Paris in the sultry south of the U.S.

A treasure trove of rare and exquisitely detailed antiques

Formerly known as National D-Day Museum, this collection commemorates the battles of Normandy and WWII.

This abandoned Civil War fortress is slowly being swallowed by the waters of Lake Borgne.

Once defending the city of New Orleans from invasion by sea, this fort faces an uncertain future.

The crumbling remains of a 19th century fortess.

The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.

Storyville was New Orleans' historic red light district and hotbed of jazz music, sometimes referred to simply as "The District."

This symbolic piece of New Orleans architecture is also home to a few ghastly stories.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

World's largest precision optical instrument used to detect Einstein's elusive gravity waves.

A mysterious find dredged from Louisiana waters.

A four-hour holy-rolling, Hallelujah-shouting, Southern gospel service, rendered as a country market where "All Is Welcome, Jews, and Gentiles."

This Wyoming town is fascinated by a particular mythical creature.

A popular rock that acted as a waymarker for American pioneers.

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

The winter home of thousands of beautiful snow geese and sandhill cranes.