One of the oldest used bookstores in the U.S. has been selling antiquarian treasures since 1825.

The site of Paul Revere's historic two lantern warning.

The American Revolution was galvanized into serious action due to the tragic clash with British soldiers that occurred at this location.

Experience the hysteria of a 17th century witch hunt through goofy reenactments and wax dummies that should probably be burned at the stake.

The 340-year-old house that inspired the classic Nathaniel Hawthorne novel.

Memorial of the Salem witchcraft hysteria in the town of Danvers, where it all began.

Macabre headstones carved with winged skulls, dancing skeletons, and pithy reminders of impending death.

Friction between grains of sand cause a curious "singing" sound.

An eccentric inventor's castle home with its own indoor weather system.

This upscale streetwear store is hidden behind a fake Snapple machine in the back of a deli.

The only structure left with direct ties to the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692.

An enormous, inside-out glass globe built in 1935.

This tribute to the founding father of the American dictionary originally contained a spelling error.

One of America's first spies started out as a teacher in this little red one-room schoolhouse.

This lovely hilltop tower was specifically built to withstand 100 MPH winds.

This small-town pizzeria won the Hollywood lottery.

Holding multiple historical boats and an entire 19th century village, this New England attraction is the largest maritime museum in the world.

With some 500,000 books across five buildings, this bookstore is a reader's paradise.

Quirky castle designed by the American actor best known for portraying Sherlock Holmes on stage.

The former home of Samuel Clemens and family remembers the happiest period of the author's life.

While many places make the claim, the Library of Congress says this restaurant is the birthplace of the hamburger.

A reliquary of pop culture marvels, including the world's largest (and most terrifying) Jack-in-the-Box.

This small-town Connecticut restaurant gives each diner a free book from its vast library.