The beloved, war-tested mascot of a Union regiment graces their battlefield monument.

This plaque marks a place where one of Hollywood’s most famous dancers got his start.

The home of possibly the least-loved U.S. president stands as a sort of unpopular Monticello.

Behold the rickety wooden glory of the world's oldest operating roller coaster.

This jail which was in service for over a century is now open for curious visitors.

A historic covered bridge is but one example of an oddly prevalent American urban legend.

The largest university building in the West is a gothic masterpiece containing dozens of theme rooms based on different countries.

A museum dedicated to the strange and extravagant costumes and memorabilia of the mummers, a tradition older than Philadelphia itself.

This church in Pittsburgh is home to the largest collection of religious relics in North America.

Eccentric concrete mansion and museum designed and built by hand from the inside out.

Once the "Eighth Wonder of the World," this iron railroad bridge was decimated by a tornado.

A layered tribute to the work of mosaicist Isaiah Zagar.

World's first "penitentiary," meant to be humane, drove men insane.

America's most famous museum of medical oddities is home to the remains of Albert Einstein's brain.

An almost life-sized elephant named Ms. Ellie greets visitors at this jumbo-themed museum.

Despite its lavish ornamentation, and wholesome lifestyle of its devotees, this mountain commune has faced its share of issues.

Franciscan monks created a facsimile of the Holy Land for North Americans who couldn’t afford the trip overseas.

This church built atop a gas station promises to "equip you for the next stage in your life’s journey."

The Pentagon is so large that it was planned like a city, complete with internal highway infrastructure.

The naval commander’s proudest moment in battle is memorialized in this unique tomb at Arlington Cemetery.

The rogue roots are gradually consuming some of the historic marble grave markers.

This unique historical monument features large concrete spheres designed to resemble fallen stars.

The romance of early commercial flight still fills this Art Deco destination.

One of the oldest train stations still standing in Virginia played a vital role during the Civil War.