Denver, Colorado
Blue Mustang
The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.
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Denver, Colorado
The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.
Madison, Wisconsin
The arboretum whose marshy soil sucked up the dreams of housing developers.
Chicago, Illinois
A lush green oasis in the middle of Chicago.
Chicago, Illinois
This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This small, but beautiful waterfall has attracted visits from artists, composers, and two United States presidents.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Vice President Humphrey's final resting place is tucked away in this cemetery along with a few other notable figures.
Bloomington, Minnesota
Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Find out what it sounds like when doves cry at Prince's recording studio estate turned museum.
Jordan, Minnesota
This bright yellow building is packed with sweet treats from all around the world, from chocolate-covered crickets to whoopie pies.
Cloquet, Minnesota
The famed architect designed this Minnesota gas station of the future with a lookout tower.
Winterset, Iowa
This simple home was the beginning of a long journey for the iconic Western film star.
Sac City, Iowa
Eight feet in diameter and more than 24 feet around.
Walcott, Iowa
The world’s largest truck stop includes a barber shop, chiropractor, and a huge museum with antique trucks.
Des Moines, Iowa
This zombie-themed restaurant stands out in the heart of corn country.
Lincoln, Nebraska
This little gem of a museum is a hidden jewel filled with prehistoric treasures.
Lincoln, Nebraska
An ornate Art Deco tile mosaic representing Nebraskan life, both modern and prehistoric.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
More than 7,000 gallons of water pour over these cascading red quartzite waterfalls every second.
Detroit, Michigan
Inside the Wayne County airport is an amazing collection of lights and sounds.
Platteville, Wisconsin
Explore a real 19th-century lead and zinc mine at this immersive series of exhibits.
Madison, Wisconsin
Prayers and messages of hope decorate the ceramic tiles of this pavilion.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A wonderfully curated used bookstore in an airport.
Madison, Wisconsin
This forgotten beach house built to look like a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece overlooks a hidden beach.
Madison, Wisconsin
A stone marker memorializes the spot where the King broke up a street fight with a classic karate stance.
Cheboygan, Michigan
This small, nautical gift shop is home to a 500-pound behemoth.