The lesser-known lost colony of Roanoke was a safe haven for formerly enslaved people during the Civil War.

Don't be surprised if you see a long-necked dinosaur peeking out from among the trees in Northgate Park.

A 315-foot spire jutting out from the Blue Ridge Mountains makes for breathtaking views.

The fine fabric handwoven at Biltmore Industries was once coveted around the world.

This small exhibit explores the lives of Chang and Eng, the first known conjoined twins.

In a pedestrian tunnel on North Carolina State’s campus resides an expressive and artistic free-for-all.

From golden eagles to peregrine falcons, this rehabilitation and education center is a haven for birds of prey.

Rare videos and memorabilia await visitors inside this unique store.

The humble horn finally finds a place in the sun.

Classy up your Big Mac with bow-tied servers and chandeliers at the world's fanciest McDonald's.

The only pachinko parlor in the United States.

Down the road from where the Wright brothers lifted off is another flight tribute practically hidden from sight in the woods.

The scene of the largest surrender of Confederate troops at the end of the American Civil War.

Mystery surrounds a famous marshal of Napoleon's army.

This giant iron playfully pays tribute to an early 20th-century architectural trend.

A museum dedicated to the legacy of Bob Moog and his pioneering synthesizers.

A curious blend of taxidermy, antique tools, creationism, and a purported antediluvian rock.

A historic dam made famous for its turbines and feature in a Hollywood classic.

An annual celebration of the region's successful elk reintroduction program.

Art Deco urban decay at this historical building.

The first statue of Christ sleeping on a bench in the United States confused its affluent parish.

This roadside attraction has been serving out its fair share of hearty folklore and chaos since 1858.

Hidden amid a collection of trails is the site of a tragic crash.

Follow the path behind this treat-slinging camper van to a sculpture garden in the forest.