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Portland, Maine

Abyssinian Meeting House

This once-forgotten African American cultural hub was an important stop on the Underground Railroad.
Galveston, Texas

The Grand 1894 Opera House

Despite changing times, the legendary stage has proved the show must always go on.
Galveston, Texas

Bryan Museum

One of the largest historical collections on Texas and the American West.
Galveston, Texas

Bishop's Palace

This private mansion turned Catholic bishop’s home is an iconic Galveston building.
Santa Fe, New Mexico

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas

Step back in time at an outdoor living history museum where New Mexico's cultural traditions come alive.
Santa Fe, New Mexico

Sky Railway

The railroad turning train travel into a cinematic, highly immersive experience has a fascinating connection to Game of Thrones.
Santiago, Mexico

Cascada Sol de Mayo

A 40-foot waterfall hidden in a desert oasis.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Museo de Historia Natural

Fossilized remains tell the story of the region’s past inside this small, unassuming museum.
Todos Santos, Mexico

Misión Santa Rosa de las Palmas

Once a Catholic mission, this small town tucked between the ocean and the mountains is now a magical spot for art and history lovers.
Santiago, Mexico

Santa Rita Hot Springs

Tucked away in a secluded canyon, this hidden hot spring’s thermal waters have been soothing soakers for generations.
El Triunfo, Mexico

Museo del Vaquero de Las Californias

This bilingual museum explores the more than 300 years of vaquero history.
Galveston, Texas

1900 Storm Memorial

This memorial and the seawall that it stands near are powerful symbols of the island’s resilience.
Galveston, Texas

Juneteenth Monument at Ashton Villa

The statue, located at a mansion-turned-emancipation museum, honors Galveston’s history as the birthplace of Juneteenth.
Galveston, Texas

The Elissa

The historic tall ship is one of just three of its kind still sailing open waters today.
Ely, Nevada

Economy Drug & Old Fashioned Soda Fountain

Welcome to a feel-good American drugstore, in the classic sense of the term.
Pioche, Nevada

Historic Silver Café

Ghost hunters have fueled up at this diner for more than a century.
Winnemucca, Nevada

The Martin Hotel

It may no longer take overnight guests, but the Martin still makes out-of-towners feel at home—just like it has for the past century.
Alton, Illinois

McPike Mansion

The owners of this Victorian-era estate say it’s still visited by the spirits of long-gone residents.
Ann Arbor, Michigan

West Side Book Shop

For books about travel, whether factual or fictional, the perfect antiquarian does exist.
Marvell, Arkansas

Levon Helm Boyhood Home

This modest structure is where noted musician and the Band drummer Levon Helm grew up.
Clinton, Arkansas

Natural Bridge of Arkansas

This sandstone marvel of nature is worth a stop along Highway 65.
Beaver, Arkansas

Beaver Bridge

Sometimes called the “Little Golden Gate," this bright yellow structure is the last driveable suspension bridge in Arkansas.
Crested Butte, Colorado

Magic Meadows Yurt

Ski or snowshoe your way to a feast in the mountains.
Aurora, Colorado

Mango House

At this multicultural hub, refugee chefs serve the foods they miss most from home.