District of Columbia
The Winfield Scott Memorial
The sculptor was instructed to add “stallion attributes” to the general's bronze mare.
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District of Columbia
The sculptor was instructed to add “stallion attributes” to the general's bronze mare.
Washington, D.C.
An overlooked memorial honoring the local Washington residents who died in World War I.
Fort Washington, Maryland
A mammoth pair of Civil War artillery guns abandoned out in the forest.
Austin, Texas
Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.
Washington, D.C.
Those with a sharp eye can find the hidden image of a German Shepherd on the memorial's Mural Wall.
Williamsburg, Virginia
Affectionately known as "Lord Bot," this historic statue has a cult social media following and rightly claims to be “the most metal inhabitant of the Wren Yard.”
San Antonio, Texas
Two small markers remember the Alamo's feline protectors.
Wilmington, Delaware
A blend of art, antiquities, and Americana fill this museum, surrounded by whimsical, enchanting gardens.
San Antonio, Texas
Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.
Savannah, Georgia
This kitschy tavern is also home to rare early editions of "Treasure Island."
Colorado Springs, Colorado
This Boeing KC-97 tanker is now a restaurant for aviation lovers.
Austin, Texas
A high-octane shrine to the greatest Texans who ever lived.
New Orleans, Louisiana
This distinctive Crescent City tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn carriages.
Haddonfield, New Jersey
The first partially complete dinosaur skeleton was discovered here, forever changing the world's view of the ruling reptiles.
Moab, Utah
The fifth-longest natural arch in the world, and the longest outside China.
St. Augustine, Florida
The walls of America's oldest masonry fort famously "swallowed" cannonballs.
San Francisco, California
Sitting atop San Francisco's tallest hill, a cross honors the victims of the Armenian genocide.
Alaska
The oldest original lighthouse in Alaska that was born out of a tragic shipwreck.
Las Vegas, Nevada
A homage to the King at the hotel where he revived his career.
San Diego, California
L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.
Savannah, Georgia
More than a century after her death, Little Gracie Watson remains one of Savannah's most often-visited residents.
Anaheim, California
The oldest attraction in Disneyland is a prehistoric stump that Walt may have bought for his wife.
Austin, Texas
A free, canine-friendly alternative watering hole near the more famous Barton Springs.
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
This monument marks the beginning journey of a wounded soldier's leg that ended up almost two states away.