The Midwestern United States' tribute to Michelangelo is a foam statue sprayed with gaudy gold paint.

A former 19th-century tavern, famous for its peach brandy and honey concoction.

Kentucky's longest operating jail is now a spooky spot to spend the night.

The largest cemetery in Louisville is the final resting place of Col. Sanders and Muhammad Ali.

The oldest operating Mississippi River–style steamboat still navigates the Ohio River.

Visitors to this arboretum are greeted by three smiling giants crafted from sustainable materials.

This 19th century mansion façade adorned with immigrant patriotism is a symbol of Louisville’s history.

Locals place their offerings on this nightmarish gnarled tree so the witches won't summon another storm.

The only building in Louisville (hopefully) that contains two ancient holy skeletons.

This abandoned cemetery has a dark past of bodies buried over bodies.

This railroad overpass is said to be home to a murderous goat-man whose very legend has led to very real deaths.

A local scoured more than 1,000 acres for stone to create his masterpiece.

The grave of the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken mascot features a bust of the man behind the goatee.

This modern castle sat empty for decades before a fire inspired its builders to complete its luxury halls.

One of the few surviving "Wigwam"-themed motels.

An abandoned theme park with a strange and tumultuous past.

Prehistoric animals decorate this popular outdoor park.

This former tuberculosis research hospital endeavored to cure the dreaded disease with fresh air and positive attitudes.

The world's longest known cave system.

This New Orleans statue of a portly figure in a goofy hat pays homage to a classic of satirical literature.

The world-record holder for the longest bridge stretching continuously over water.

The massive, original Colgate Clock is mounted on a defunct factory building that was once a prison.

Tucked away in the forests of Indiana resides an abandoned waterslide that is now a popular graffiti haunt.

Part of a worldwide art project, this mysterious semicircle of concrete shapes holds the pieces of a larger story.