Valparaiso, Indiana
Chapel of the Resurrection at Valparaiso University
This midcentury chapel is a bold architectural statement and a symbol of Indiana's Lutheran heritage.
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Valparaiso, Indiana
This midcentury chapel is a bold architectural statement and a symbol of Indiana's Lutheran heritage.
Dunseith, North Dakota
A rim-made reptile in North Dakota.
Chadron, Nebraska
America's largest man-made forest was planted in an effort to bring back the past.
Bennington, Vermont
The Vermont square that inspired Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery."
Canton, Ohio
The 25th President's marble casket can be visited in this classical Ohio tomb.
Kokomo, Indiana
Low-frequency noise compared to an idling train can only be heard by some of this industrial town's residents.
Alto Pass, Illinois
Even with its slightly risible name this colossal cross is still able to inspire awe.
Brooklyn, New York
Retribution for death of infamous mob boss Franie Yale was a case of mistaken identity.
Wendover, Utah
A 90-foot-tall psychedelic "tree" on the side of the highway has baffled passersby for decades.
Schroeder, Minnesota
A giant granite cross remembers missionary Father Frederic Baraga, and his safe passage across an angry Lake Superior.
Laona, Wisconsin
This huge stew pot is the focal point of the "Community Soup" event, which honors tradition and soup.
Sparks, Nevada
Curiously, this large sporting goods store features 14 wax representations of American presidents.
St. Louis, Missouri
This titanic oil company sign is a reminder of the Americana boom of the 1970s and also its commoditization.
Goleta, California
The first attack on the continental U.S. during WWII occurred off the coast of a quiet California golf course.
Lincoln, Illinois
The world's largest covered wagon is piloted by a giant Lincoln lawyer.
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Watch the ships come in on Michigan's 210 ft. high observation deck in Sault Ste. Marie.
Amarillo, Texas
A time-capsule monument reminding future generations of the importance of efficient and effective use of natural resources.
Dayton, Ohio
A headstone tells the sad story of a lost little boy and his pet dog.
Makanda, Illinois
This odd stone memorial remembers a loyal dog who offended the rail barons with his speed and saved his master with his pee.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
One devoted couple has donated multiple recreations of Michelangelo's sculptures to this South Dakota town.
Sugarcreek, Ohio
Remnants of 19th century vigilante justice.
Gerlach, Nevada
A unique solar-powered pottery studio and gallery in the desert.
Matfield Green, Kansas
Tribute to the famous Notre Dame football coach who died in a plane crash.
Belle Fourche, South Dakota
Yes, this monument is aware that it is about 20 miles away from the actual center of the United States.