A century ago, aspiring socialites climbed on this cement beast with the hopes of marrying a millionaire.

A fire station-turned-church-turned-museum dedicated to the work of seminal light artist Dan Flavin.

The site of a tragic massacre that spawned a multimedia franchise.

An abandoned cemetery lies in ruins as the surrounding forest swallows it whole.

An extraordinary collection of vampire-themed antiques lurks on the second floor of a store.

The first American department store, and home to the largest operating musical instrument in the world.

The sounds of the world's largest fully functioning pipe organ dazzle shoppers at a Philadelphia Macy's.

Huge masonic hall in Philadelphia with lavishly themed rooms.

Yo, Adrian!

Golden and naked, the figure that was once the highest point in New York is all that remains of the second Madison Square Garden.

Pulled from the rubble of one of the worst modern tragedies, a steel crossbeam became a symbol of hope for New Yorkers.

Adherence to strict Jewish laws is required to enter this ultra-conservative New York village.

Famed activist Hellen Keller was involved in the operation and administration of this vacation home for blind women starting in the early 20th century.

Comprehensive gaming collection of over 30,000 electronic games and consoles.

A collection of the best toys ever made inside a museum devoted to play.

The world’s first penitentiary, meant to be humane, drove men insane.

This once-private estate is now a dreamy, meditative garden that's open to the public.

Hidden behind West Philadelphia rowhomes is a haven for migratory and local bird species both ordinary and rare.

The greatest real estate coup of all time.

This wall on a street corner in Lower Manhattan has been a blank canvas for a rotation of renowned artists since the 1980s.

An extensive collection of fine art devoted to man's best friend.

Delicate Wurlitzers, creepy clowns, and The Noid all share space in this insane explosion of kitsch history.

Once on display alongside a giant Gumby, it’s as tall as a nine-story building when fully extended.

This historic old movie house was the scene of one of the Blob's most iconic attacks.