One of the first historical sites of an alternative universe was installed in the town of Paris, Illinois—which is now home to an annual spelling bee of Kcymaerxthaereal words.

The modern museum honors the achievements of the state's all-star athletes.

Nature and art meet in this curvy creation

The site of a 19th century "dream city" that almost rivaled Chicago before being swallowed by the Indiana sand dunes.

Symbolic attempt to overcome the issues of life.

The longest navigable underground river in the United States is home to countless blind and albino animals.

A piece of John the Baptist in the American heartland.

Once at the center of U.S. finance, the historic Trading Room was meticulously recreated piece by piece and rebuilt in the Art Institute.

You can take a class, browse the library, or visit the lavish lair of an international men's humor society.

A display of magnificent stained glass windows is the first exhibit of its kind.

A science teacher's dream.

This whimsical Oz-themed park had a wonderful impact on the surrounding neighborhood.