Dating back to the 1800s, two imposing buildings in Michigan have had countless transformations over the years.

Outstanding taxidermy dioramas showcase the grandeur of the continent's wildlife with spooky realism.

Once the tallest building in Detroit, this Gothic church houses some of the oldest stained-glass windows in the country.

A retro walk through the history of the tube.

This Seattle store is packed with all sorts of curious creatures and creations.

This lone tree and dramatic sandstone outcropping are so beloved by Michiganders they can be found on one of the state’s coins.

A replica of the famous memorial statue at the Normandy American Cemetery hides in an office building in downtown D.C.

The tallest monument in a historic New Orleans cemetery was prompted by romance and dash of pettiness.

Not truly a ship nor a building, the Navy's first and last "landship" is now abandoned due to clerical issues.

The world's largest outdoor organ is played weekly by one of just two civic organists in the U.S.

A museum cafe showcases Native American dishes and indigenous ingredients from across the Western Hemisphere.

Oldest synagogue in the United States.

This otherworldly church spire reaches up toward the heavens.

This unusual lava tube spouts seawater during high surf.

An unlikely beach paradise of giant sand dunes lies between two lakes just a few minutes from Michigan's cherry country.

Perched atop a brick smokestack, this enormous lug nut symbolizes the local minor league baseball team.

This symbol of peace is appropriately positioned overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

The remnants of a creative early method of wildfire prevention.

The story of Two Guns, Arizona could easily be described as a Shakespearian tragedy on Route 66.

There is one corporation registered for every three square feet of space in this inconspicuous office building.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

Once the site of a Native American harvest festival, this humble clearing later played an invaluable role in the birth of jazz.

This distinctive Crescent City tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn carriages.

This stately clubhouse has showcased German-American culture for over a century.