The carved remains of a 200-year-old oak tree memorialize the namesake of the iconic "Wizard of Oz" character.

This tiny historic jail along Route 66 is the perfect fit for exactly one criminal and their partner-in-crime.

A historic and oft-filmed prison stands in a Chicago suburb.

The last remaining vestige of a popular 1999 public art display.

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.

A journey begins with a single step, and for many, the road-trip of a lifetime started at this Chicago intersection.

Where the oil industry began.

A 70,000-square-foot institution dedicated to a very literal, creationist perspective on the Book of Genesis.

After a water tower painting was accused of being an ad, a simple fix was made that gave the city a motto.

A theme park featuring a replica of Noah's Ark built to the measurements specified in the Bible.

A pharmacy built in the shape of a mortar and pestle, now resembles a fancy cocktail.

Unique tower has outlasted a takeover of the company.

This tombstone marks the final resting place of the beloved 1990's character, Ernest P. Worrell.

This modern castle sat empty for decades before a fire inspired its builders to complete its luxury halls.

This huge clock made of flowers and simple machinery was once used a political weapon.

This grave marks the final resting place of a legendary frontiersman... unless it doesn't.

The 10th-tallest pyramid in the world, this former sports arena is now home to a massive Bass Pro Shops store.

Every day a troupe of pampered water fowl walk the red carpet to their favorite fountain.

A beautiful South Korean gate and garden in Little Rock honors American Taekwondo.

Art blooms at this unique outdoor gallery along the banks of the Arkansas River.

Yup, that's where the name came from.

The largest public collection of roses in the United States.

Explore this unspoiled peninsula with 11 sandy beaches and 13 miles of hiking and biking trails (keep an eye out for soaring bald eagles overhead).

Climb the first lighthouse commissioned on a Great Lake to a lookout with peaceful, panoramic views.