Gardner, Illinois
2 Celled Jail
This tiny historic jail along Route 66 is the perfect fit for exactly one criminal and their partner-in-crime.
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Gardner, Illinois
This tiny historic jail along Route 66 is the perfect fit for exactly one criminal and their partner-in-crime.
Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
This small Arkansas town once had a close encounter with the Beatles, and are determined never to let anyone forget that. Ever.
Little Rock, Arkansas
This Little Rock legend has survived decades of rowdy crowds, three fires, and a zombie wedding.
Austin, Texas
Roadside Americana, fairy tale characters, and Austin quirkiness come together at this magical course in the heart of Texas' capital city.
Austin, Texas
After 97 years of constant vigilance from the dome of the Texas State Capitol, the original Goddess of Liberty retired to a life of climate-controlled leisure.
Austin, Texas
A free, canine-friendly alternative watering hole near the more famous Barton Springs.
Austin, Texas
Turning night into day in Victorian-era Austin to thwart a serial killer.
Austin, Texas
This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.
Asheville, North Carolina
A wedding chapel, vintage clothing shop, and bar all under one roof.
Celebration, Florida
Electrical pylon in the shape of Disney's beloved mouse.
Seattle, Washington
A bookstore with an entire room dedicated to damaged and forlorn comic books.
Seattle, Washington
This offbeat trailer park is home to vintage peddlers, local artists, indie makers, and more.
Coromandel, New Zealand
This incredible narrow-gauge mountain railway was created by a ceramic artist.
Matamata, New Zealand
This sheep farm has been forever transformed since being built for “The Hobbit” film series.
Tirau, New Zealand
These two delightful animal-shaped buildings host a visitor center and wool shop.
Matakana, New Zealand
A serene, almost spiritual place to do one's business. Who knew a public toilet could inspire and awe?
Memphis, Tennessee
This Memphis recording studio launched the careers of Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley.
Memphis, Tennessee
The bad-ass ride of a soul legend, housed in one of the world's few soul museums.
Nashville, Tennessee
East Nashville's oldest dive bar will bring you back to life with animal-style bar fare.
Denver, Colorado
The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.
St. Louis, Missouri
One of few surviving standpipe water towers in the U.S.
St. Louis, Missouri
This titanic oil company sign is a reminder of the Americana boom of the 1970s and also its commoditization.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
A Route 66 filling station that was designed to resemble the Hagia Sophia, and is now the symbol of an arts district.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Standing at 21-feet tall, this space cowboy adds to the legacy of Route 66's muffler men.