Burlington, Iowa
Snake Alley
While there are no actual snakes in the history of this crooked road, there may be a number of dead horses.
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Burlington, Iowa
While there are no actual snakes in the history of this crooked road, there may be a number of dead horses.
Peoria, Illinois
This rare female version of the Muffler Man has its clothes removed each summer to signal the start of pool season.
Lincoln, Illinois
Today this bizarre rooftop phone booth seems like a piece of kitsch but it was once used to spot disastrous storms.
Shirley, Illinois
Eclectic collection of rare and beautiful stones in a historic home.
Atlanta, Illinois
While he no longer has an eatery to give him context, this off-brand Paul Bunyan still holds his giant hot dog with pride.
Evanston, Illinois
A historic beacon built in the aftermath of the worst maritime disaster on the Great Lakes.
Wilmette, Illinois
The only Bahá'í house of worship in North America and one of only a handful worldwide.
Evanston, Illinois
The murals have transformed a residential alley into a vibrant drive-through gallery.
Winnetka, Illinois
Recognized the world over as the home of the McCallisters in the 1990 movie "Home Alone."
Hearne, Texas
This one-woman cemetery was a small civil rights victory.
Greensboro, North Carolina
This North Carolina store preserves a historic moment in America's movement for racial equality.
Lerna, Illinois
The 40-year-old machine serves soda quicker than you can catch it for a mere 75 cents a pop.
Hoopeston, Illinois
An Art Deco gem that held together the artistic heart of an agricultural community for 92 years.
Sadorus, Illinois
An amazing collection of scale model ships.
Urbana, Illinois
The house is an iconic pilgrimage site for fans of the Illinois-based emo band.
Urbana, Illinois
The oldest experimental corn field in America is still creating better ways to grow crops.