Washington, D.C.
National Academy of Sciences
For 60 years, the academy had no permanent location until members voted Washington D.C. as its forever home.
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Places I've been
Places this traveler has marked as been there.
Washington, D.C.
First Teddy Bear
The story behind this beloved toy—named for Theodore Roosevelt and owned by his grandson—is more complicated than you might guess.
Washington, D.C.
Lincoln Memorial Undercroft
A cavernous three-story, 43,800-square-foot basement that was forgotten about for 60 years.
Arlington, Virginia
Ronald Reagan National Airport's Historic Terminal A
The romance of early commercial flight still fills this Art Deco destination.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
First National Bank Building Skyway
Built in 1931, this small passageway is believed to be the first modern skyway.
Bloomington, Minnesota
The Mall of America
Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...
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Chicago, Illinois
Hot Doug's
Hot Doug's "Hot Dog" Stand.
Chicago, Illinois
World Artifacts on the Tribune Tower Walls
Fragments of architectural wonders from around the globe are embedded in the newspaper building's walls.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
King Neptune Sundial
On Hilton Head Island this bronze King of the Sea rules all things briny—and lets you know if you’re late for lunch.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Gastown Steam Clock
A working steam clock, one of only a few in the world, located in Vancouver's Victorian Gastown.
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Vancouver, British Columbia
'Gassy Jack' Statue
An effigy of Vancouver's Gastown neighorhood's namesake.
Tucson, Arizona
University of Arizona Mathematical Models Collection
A cabinet of curious mathematical models and old calculators.
Monterey, California
Jellyfish Exhibit at Monterey Bay Aquarium
One of the most elaborate displays of Jellyfish is on display at the aquarium.
London, England
The Theatre
Two plaques commemorate the site of Shakespeare's first theatre.
London, England
Trafalgar Square Imperial Measurements
These official units of measurement—including chains and perches—lie hidden beneath tourists' feet in a popular London hub.
London, England
Victoria & Albert Museum Dining Rooms
Revel in the Victorian splendor of the world's oldest eating establishment inside a museum.
London, England
The Mayflower Pub
The London pub overlooks where the Mayflower was moored before setting sail for the New World.
London, England
Paddington Bear Statue
After nearly 60 years, there's still a bear at Paddington Station looking for help.
London, England
London's Lilliputian Police Station
London's smallest police station is barely the size of a phone booth.
Arlington, Virginia
The Graves of Robert E. Lee's Garden
Soldiers were buried next to Lee's house in the center of Arlington Cemetery to dissuade the general from reclaiming his property after the war.
Arlington, Virginia
Headstone-Eating Trees
The rogue roots are gradually consuming some of the historic marble grave markers.
Chicago, Illinois
Flat Iron Building
Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.
Chicago, Illinois
Hudson Chess Park
A Japanese temple, old German townhouses, and public chess tables offer a peaceful escape from the bustle of the North Side.
Chicago, Illinois
Tsavo Man Eaters
These pretty kitties killed and ate as many as 135 railway workers.
