Boston, Massachusetts
World's Largest Air-Insulated Van de Graaff Generator
The massive machine creates cracking displays of indoor lightning.
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Boston, Massachusetts
The massive machine creates cracking displays of indoor lightning.
Boston, Massachusetts
These whimsical works of art tell the story of the city's past and present.
Boston, Massachusetts
One of the oldest used bookstores in the U.S. has been selling antiquarian treasures since 1825.
Boston, Massachusetts
This giant Boston statue of Mary is standing on a globe to show her power over the universe.
San Antonio, Texas
The quirky gift from West Berlin for the 1968 World's Fair still stands in Hemisfair Park.
Aransas Pass, Texas
A tower that pays homage to local sailors who perished under the waves.
Port Aransas, Texas
The oldest functional consecrated church on Mustang Island.
San Antonio, Texas
The oldest active mini golf course in the U.S. has an elegant Art Deco style filled with lush tropical plants.
San Antonio, Texas
A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.
San Antonio, Texas
For over 75 years, this cute stone statue has warmed the hearts of San Antonio.
New York, New York
A reminder to choose water over wine since 1888.
New York, New York
One of the few remaining American elm trees in New York’s Tompkins Square Park was the birthplace of a new religion.
New York, New York
A terrific purveyor of natural history objects and curios.
New York, New York
The most confusing clock in New York.
New York, New York
A masterpiece of LGBT art has been restored in what may now be the most valuable restroom in America.
New York, New York
A dilapidated dock tells the story of Titanic’s missed arrival.
New York, New York
A Manhattan courthouse hides a small but scathing memorial to Holocaust injustice.
New York, New York
A 19th-century politician who died after walking home in a blizzard is honored with this Manhattan statue.
New York, New York
Commemorating the spot where the famous scientist fed his pigeons.
New York, New York
A commemorative plaque hides a door that leads down to the New York Public Library's underground book bunker.
New York, New York
The fanciest public restroom in New York City boasts fresh flowers, art, and a classical music soundtrack.
New York, New York
The original toys that inspired the beloved children's stories are on display at the New York Public Library.
San Antonio, Texas
These boots are made for selfies.
Las Vegas, Nevada
This vintage animatronics show is the Vegas version of a walk through the woods.