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Freaks of Nature

Museum of the Weird

Continuing the tradition of the dime museum in style.

30.2670, -97.7387

Cathedral of Junk

A unique structure in suburban Austin comprised entirely of other people's castaways.

30.2186, -97.7714

Added by Clinton

Uncommon Objects Sign

Uncommon Objects

One part antique store, one part curiosities hodge-podge.

30.2291, -97.7830

Added by Annetta Black

Congress Bridge Bats

Home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, estimated at 1.5 million bats.

30.2608, -97.7456

Toy Joy

A store full of vintage and indie toys designed to bring out the kid in even the crustiest of adults.

30.2654, -97.7479

Added by muse2gaia

HOPE Outdoor Gallery

This failed condo development reborn as an emerging street art hub.

30.2765, -97.7531

Added by wulymammoth

A view of the 'Skin and Bones' collection. (Museum of Natural and Artificial Ephemerata)

Museum of Natural and Artificial Ephemerata

DIY collection of eclectic holdings.

30.2802, -97.7152

Added by dinosaursfeast

Sustainable, sun-powered art.

Mueller SunFlowers

A grove of colossal man-made flowers that collect the sun's rays to light up the night.

30.3061, -97.7119

Added by Dustin Stonecipher

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Yaupon Tea

The mellow-buzz brew that once fueled Native Americans is making a comeback.

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Pommes Aligot

These extra cheesy potatoes resemble decadent fondue.

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