Two hula hoops appeared on the tree after a storm, and the collection kept growing.

One of just a few cities in the world to base their center of government on an island. Others: Paris and Osaka.

The farm toy capital of the world hosts a museum filled with toy tractors dating back to the late 1800s.

No one knows the origin of this small town’s unique name.

This long unused shot tower on the Mississippi remains a point of pride for a small city in Iowa.

The oldest university museum west of the Mississippi retains its 19th century feel.

An Iowa town celebrates its heritage with the tallest working Dutch windmill in North America.

A hidden barn-sized rendition of Grant Wood's most famous, and most parodied, painting.

A giant pair of thick black glasses mark the tragic demise of a trio of rock and roll legends.

This zombie-themed restaurant stands out in the heart of corn country.

Beating out all other concrete competitors, this massive garden feature's pointy hat has earned it a world record.

A bizarre house filled with an astounding array of collections.

A tribute to the twin ideals of religion and patriotism, built by a Catholic priest from rocks, glass, and innumerable found items.

For just a few bucks, this Iowa funicular will let you feel like an 1800s fat cat.

A warning to the weak-kneed: This narrow bridge does its swinging eight stories high.

The world’s largest truck stop includes a barber shop, chiropractor, and a huge museum with antique trucks.

A pop-culture attraction outside of Dyersville, Iowa, hits a home run.

A place of great reverence for Trekkies everywhere, a hero's future birthplace.

A mysteriously dark cemetery monument fuels stories and legends galore.

The Iowa state contender for largest pan in the world oddly only comes in second or so.

Remnants of a quarry company town still stand on the banks of the Wapsipinicon River.