Places Melanicholia Wants to Go

Where America’s first doomsday cult awaited the end of the world.

The famed amusement district marks the beginning of summer with a wild procession of nautical creatures.

An oasis of calm amid the chaos of the boardwalk, the museum traces the heritage of this beloved beachside amusement park.

One of the most enjoyable bits of history at Coney Island and “the most romantic ride in the world.”

It's not a typo, now say it five times fast!

Crouch down, stretch tall, and be sure to flail your legs to pay homage to the Monty Python classic.

In a 345-million-year-old cave that's 200 feet underground, dinner awaits.

This once-popular otherworldly landscape was formed by one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history.

Giant novelty guitars now mark the spot where Robert Johnson is said to have sold his soul to the devil.

The temporary burial site of the man who shot and killed Jesse James.

The bizarre headgear looks like it was made for a fool, not a king.

This small shop walked so America could run on Dunkin'.

270 million year-old forest of stone.

Legend says this rock was once a chopping block for public executions.

A hidden alley in urban Baltimore is a haven for graffiti artists.

It was an experiment to prove that glacial boulders and rocks can be used in constructions and dwelling.

An ode to filmmaker George A. Romero, who used the mall to film an iconic horror movie.

Featuring the largest CinemaScope screen in Pennsylvania, this drive-in has entertained moviegoers for more than half a century.

A museum commemorating the Donora Smog, which killed 20 people in October 1948 and sparked national outrage over air pollution.

Alexander Hamilton’s creation caused quite a bit of controversy.

The final resting place of two members of the infamous Doan gang, notorious outlaws and Revolutionary War Loyalists.

Sections of the iconic limestone columns have been left uncleaned as a reminder of the city's polluted past.

A legendary boxing venue and ring featured in Rocky V.

The legacy of baseball great Roberto Clemente is preserved in a retired Pittsburgh fire station.