A memorial to the first person killed by a motor vehicle in the Western Hemisphere.

This sculptural piece by the artist Tom Otterness doubles as a jungle gym.

Only known mainland rookery of the threatened Stellar sea lion.

An exhibition devoted to the life (and posthumous taxidermy form) of the last known representative of the Pinta Island Tortoises.

An Ecuadorian haberdashery that sets the record straight about the so-called "Panama" hat.

This museum’s collection includes rescued birds, fine art, and a collection of shrunken heads.

Since the 1700s, this old barrel has acted as a post box that relies on the kindness of travelers.

An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

The world's tallest aluminum statue is also the world's tallest image of a winged Virgin Mary.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

This diesel train serviced the Brooklyn waterfront for more than three decades.

This taxidermy scene brings the struggle for survival in the Indian jungle to a quiet corner of a Manhattan museum.

This morbid scene depicts the Darwinian drama of death on the African savannah.

Creating this diorama spurred naturalist Carl Akeley to begin advocating to protect the apes.

This magnificent herd of stampeding elephants has been frozen in time for over a century.

This translucent sculpture represents a quintessential component of New York City's skyline.

New York City's only wildlife rehabilitation center treats more than 3,000 feathered and furry patients each year.

This hidden oasis features a stunning view of the Hudson River and the Palisades from a castle-like museum.

A decommissioned military complex that's now a modern industrial park.

The Hudson River School comes alive at this palatial estate.

One of many reminders of Tesla's scientific contributions overlooks the falls which inspired him.

"A hideous albatross in the Hudson River Valley."

100 massive sculptures in the Hudson River Valley.