This Art Deco fortress in upstate New York gives Manhattan's vaunted examples of the style a run for their money.

The seat of Buffalo government is a gorgeous Art Deco palace.

A 19th-century architectural wonder designed by the "father of the skyscraper."

This restored house is like a time capsule of the president's unconventional inauguration.

Buffalo's abandoned concrete grain elevators are getting a second life.

One of Frank Lloyd Wright's greatest—and favorite—architectural masterpieces was almost lost.

Ruins of a once-prized railroad station in New York.

Roadside Americana, fairy tale characters, and Austin quirkiness come together at this magical course in the heart of Texas' capital city.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

A tribute to the "toughest woman on the Texas frontier," who survived a famous battle and five husbands.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

A view-altering observatory at the University of Texas.

Continuing the tradition of the dime museum in style.

Tile mosaics and quotes from Pablo Picasso add an artistic flair to these bus stop benches.

Craggy concrete faces are hidden in the walls of this artificial cave along the San Antonio River.

This big empty pig is a nostalgic throwback to mid-20th-century Texas barbecue.

The oldest active mini golf course in the U.S. has an elegant Art Deco style filled with lush tropical plants.

This hidden sculpture garden full of Wild West art is one of San Antonio's best-kept secrets.

A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.

A dedication plaque on this Boston tunnel is a microcosm of a massive, controversy-laden construction project.

A luxury hotel constructed out of a former jail.

These items are all that remain from the room used by the author during his second tour of the U.S.

This statue intended for children to enjoy became a minor political spat.

Malcolm X's house during his most formative years faces an uncertain future.