Manhattan's lighthouse, erected at the insistence of the unsinkable Molly Brown.

This striking arch, one of the first architectural elements constructed in Prospect Park, was recently restored to its original glory.

The original toys that inspired the beloved children's stories are on display at the New York Public Library.

The flagship building of an early national restaurant chain is a superb example of terra cotta art.

The rare American Civil War-era weapon was never fired in anger.

The gorgeous entrances into the city's underbelly look more like grand halls than subway stops.

The home of the Dead Sea Scrolls is an abstract modernist dream.

These numerous Israeli caves were dug out over hundreds years for reasons ranging from hideouts to burial sites.

An exotic wildlife habitat right off The Strip.

Throughout this shopping mall are medieval ruins that were discovered during the mall's construction.

A quick trip around the globe through an amazing miniature exhibit.

Stunningly detailed mosaics in a New York subway station bring life to the Weimaraners of artist William Wegman's work—and to thousands of commutes.

Lady Liberty's first beacon of enlightenment is now displayed in a museum near the statue.

Whisper secrets in a busy station only to be heard on the other side of this acoustic arch.

A mosaic made of materials gathered from this Brooklyn community adorns the walls of this tunnel.

The site of a fallen tree that protected Americans from British forces during the American Revolution.

This neighborhood grocery houses a treasure trove of Eastern European delights.

One Brooklyn man's collection of life-size fiberglass statues has taken over his entire yard.

A beautiful collection of architectural ornaments rescued from demolished New York City buildings.

Sniff the Titan Arum's rotting flesh.

Ride the subways of yesteryear.

This delicate museum is devoted to the art and industry that once supported Cape Cod's oldest town.

Dedicated to the art and science of glass in equal measure, this space is as much laboratory as museum.

Clap your hands at the base of the pyramid, and the song of a sacred Mayan bird will echo through the air.