Architectural Oddities in the United States

The first Protestant church in Arizona and only Gothic Revival style adobe church in the world.

This unusual three-way wooden foot bridge spans two rivers at once.

A remarkably futuristic building sits in the oldest town in Louisiana.

This ruined fort and statue are a testament to the last king of Kaua‘i’s savvy diplomacy skills, which briefly brought Russians to Hawai‘i.

One man’s religious convictions led him to build this stone castle meant to withstand an apocalypse.

This unusual apartment building may be Brooklyn's own version of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

When the town wouldn't allow the fast-food behemoth to build a new restaurant, they put one inside an 1850 home.

This unique bed and breakfast was first constructed during the 1800s by a Russian immigrant family.

This enigmatic building features numerous architectural styles.

Surrounded by traditional homes, this Tolkien-esque dwelling stands out on a quiet street in suburban Maryland.

History is hiding at the Morean Center for Clay.

These simple structures are living monuments to the fishermen who built this community over a century ago.

Though it may look like it’s missing its outer shell, this skeletal cast-iron tower was built to withstand wind and waves.

This abandoned building made of petrified wood was once a hotspot for buying moonshine.

An artist’s underground sanctuary, 40 years in the making.

This bridge was constructed from the remains of the first Ferris wheel.