Effingham, Illinois
America's Largest Cross
Known as the "Cross At The Crossroads," this massive metal cross is just short enough to avoid the FAA.
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Effingham, Illinois
Known as the "Cross At The Crossroads," this massive metal cross is just short enough to avoid the FAA.
Arcola, Illinois
This folk art wall claims to be the world's one and only memorial to the bygone age of hippies.
Appleton, Wisconsin
This solitary gravestone is separated from the rest in Appleton, explaining why local legends continue to surround it.
Peshtigo, Wisconsin
Almost half-way between the Equator and North Pole.
Peshtigo, Wisconsin
A museum devoted to the victims and the survivors of the most catastrophic fire in American history.
Gladstone, Michigan
World's largest pet casket company brings in up to $5 million per year in revenue.
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Watch the ships come in on Michigan's 210 ft. high observation deck in Sault Ste. Marie.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Island where motor vehicles are banned -- home to the only carless highway in the United States.
Washington, D.C.
The "lovely red Vega" of the legendary record-settling pilot.
Washington, D.C.
Home to items never before seen by the public.
Chicago, Illinois
The unluckiest U-boat in the entire German fleet is now on display in a Chicago museum.
Seattle, Washington
A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This striking art museum holds an amazing series of curiosity cabinets.
Beloit, Wisconsin
The world’s largest collection of angel figurines includes 600 black angels donated by Oprah Winfrey.