West Chester, Pennsylvania
American Helicopter Museum and Education Center
A converted hangar displays dozens of helicopters, from a famous 1943 rescue chopper to several autogyros.
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Washington, D.C.
First Teddy Bear
The story behind this beloved toy—named for Theodore Roosevelt and owned by his grandson—is more complicated than you might guess.
New York, New York
Economy Candy
Established in 1937, the oldest candy shop in New York City boasts a rainbow-colored inventory that would make Willy Wonka envious.
New York, New York
IFC Center Peephole
The best way to get a sneak peek at the movies.
New York, New York
Bryant Park Escape Hatch
A commemorative plaque hides a door that leads down to the New York Public Library's underground book bunker.
Everett, Pennsylvania
The Igloo Soft Freeze
Built in the 1970s, this curious modular home found new life as a sundae-shaped ice cream stand.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Bacchus House
The god of wine stares out at passersby on this busy Pittsburgh thoroughfare.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Frick Park Clay Courts
This historic Pittsburgh tennis complex is a rare example of natural red clay courts.
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
George A. Romero Bust
An ode to filmmaker George A. Romero, who used the mall to film an iconic horror movie.
Monroe, Connecticut
Grave of Ed and Lorraine Warren
Visit the grave of America's most prominent paranormal investigators and self-proclaimed demonologists.
Paris, France
Vaslav Nijinsky’s Grave
A melancholy jester sits on the grave of a famous 20th-century ballet dancer and choreographer.
Los Angeles, California
Barnsdall Art Park
This hilltop park offers magnificent views and a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece.
Salem, Massachusetts
Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie
Visit a sweet shop selling one of the first candies ever made and sold in America.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Bartram's Garden
The oldest surviving botanic garden in the United States.
Edinburgh, Scotland
William Wallace and Robert the Bruce Statues
Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.
Morristown, New Jersey
Morris Museum
A world-class collection of mechanical musical instruments and automata.
Hamilton, Ontario
Tim Hortons No. 1
The first outlet of Canada's biggest fast-food franchise has been slinging doughnuts since 1964.
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Monument to the Creators of S.O.A.P.
This monument pays tribute to the musicians responsible for creating the Sound Of Asbury Park.
Newport, Rhode Island
Commodore Matthew Perry Monument
Dedicated to the explorer who opened Japan to the West.
London, England
Benjamin Franklin House
One of America's founding fathers lived in this London lodging between 1757 and 1775.
Orefield, Pennsylvania
Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre
America's oldest drive-in movie theater has been in continuous operation since 1934.
Salem, Massachusetts
Salem Witch Trials Memorial
A simple but powerful tribute to the 20 victims of the 1692 witch trials.
New York, New York
The Relic Chapel at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer
Relics given to a Manhattan church to avoid seizure by the Italian government.
London, England
Remains of the Old London Bridge
Only a few pieces remain of the structure that carried people and goods across the Thames for some 600 years.
