Tucked away on a hilltop in the backwoods of Mississippi lies the remains of a blues legend.

Parts of the civil rights movement unfolded in this historic eatery, helmed by the "Queen of Creole Cuisine."

Storyville was New Orleans' historic red light district and hotbed of jazz music, sometimes referred to simply as "The District."

This float factory takes the mask off of Mardi Gras and lets visitors see where the magic happens.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

No one knows how or why this painting appeared to produce crystallized tears.

Welcome to old Florida, where a 1940s mermaid show is still enchanting visitors.

A 56-foot tall statue of the god of fire looks out over Birmingham, Alabama.

This historic train station has been converted to a locomotive themed hotel.

This kitschy tavern is also home to rare early editions of "Treasure Island."

This 13-foot smiling peanut in Georgia helped Jimmy Carter win the 1976 presidential election.

The largest puppetry museum in the United States houses the world's most complete collection of Jim Henson artifacts.

A bizarre roadside attraction and the first instance of miniature golf in the world.

This massive store is home to an eccentric collection of vintage, retro, and peculiar goods.

Located on the campus of Emory University, this museum is filled with objects from the Americas to ancient Greece.

A grassroots community effort in the 1970s led to the creation of this beautiful garden full of delightfully whimsical exhibits.

This abstract roadside poultry was saved from demolition by outraged drivers and pilots.

Like Mars, but much closer.

A museum and doll store featuring a surreal and super sanitized version of where babies come from.

The Battle of Atlanta in 360 degrees, featuring a corpse that bears a striking resemblance to Clark Gable.