Constructed from bricks salvaged from a former dormitory destroyed in a fire.

Portland had a unique approach to Cold War-era protections.

This historic estate on the east shore of Lake Tahoe was home to an eccentric millionaire (and his pet elephant, Mingo).

This stoic, if derpy, giant stands as a monument to Oregon's statehood and the novelty culture of yesteryear.

Is this the most Portland place ever?

These old stone ruins in the Oregon wilderness were once bathrooms and are steeped in legends of murder.

On the summer solstice each year, shadows align with a 14,000 square foot painting to reveal a secret message.

The California capital city once stood 10 feet lower than it does today.

Pillars made of 700 pieces of luggage climb to the ceiling of Sacramento Airport's baggage claim.

California's oldest existing theater building hosted an impressive cast of celebrities, including hosting Mark Twain's first lecture.

A watering hole where the options for seating include a bar, patio, or subterranean cave.

The Empire Mine is "one of the oldest, largest, deepest, longest and richest gold mines in California."

This fully intact Neoclassical-Greek Revival style firehouse operated until 1938.

A monumental cross hides in the trees in Golden Gate Park.