Bangor, Maine
The Sewer Drain from “IT”
This is the sewer drain that was the inspiration for the opening scene of Stephen King’s classic novel “IT”.
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Bangor, Maine
Thomas Hill Standpipe
This 1.5 million-gallon water tower inspired Stephen King while he was writing "It."
Raleigh, North Carolina
Free Expression Tunnel
In a pedestrian tunnel on North Carolina State’s campus resides an expressive and artistic free-for-all.
Bangor, Maine
Mount Hope Cemetery
The second-oldest garden cemetery in the U.S. was also a college brainstorm spot of Stephen King.
Sullivan's Island, South Carolina
Poe's Tavern
A quirky Poe-themed joint on an island keen to celebrate its overlooked connection to the famous writer.
Verona Island, Maine
Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory
The first bridge observation tower in the U.S. offers one of the best views of Maine.
Bangor, Maine
Paul Bunyan Statue
This handsome giant is said to mark the birthplace of the mythical woodsman and even had a cameo in a Stephen King novel.
Bucksport, Maine
Grave of Sarah Ware
An unsolved murder victim's grave which may or may not contain her body.
Bangor, Maine
Stephen King's Former House
The eccentric mansion of one of the most popular horror authors of modern times.
Columbus, Georgia
Lunch Box Museum
A stockpile of childhood lunch pails turned collectibles.
