The largest burial mound in the United States holds the remains of prehistoric West Virginians.

Beyond the usual stories that attend old prisons, this one has deep bloody undercurrents.

The museum calls itself the "National Museum of the Paranormal" and is full of eerie oddities.

Despite its lavish ornamentation, and wholesome lifestyle of its devotees, this mountain commune has faced its share of issues.

A larger than life statue of a steelworker keeps watch over a closed steel mill.

First a root beer ad, then a golf course clubhouse, and finally a massive teapot.

This California artist's front yard acts as a gallery for his unique, scrap metal animal sculptures.

These skilfully executed, poignant works of art dot a verdant Scottish dell.

Faces carved into the cliffs create an otherworldly walking trail.

After a water tower painting was accused of being an ad, a simple fix was made that gave the city a motto.

One of the greatest boxers and humanitarians to ever live chose his hometown as his final resting place.

The Midwestern United States' tribute to Michelangelo is a foam statue sprayed with gaudy gold paint.

Kentucky's longest operating jail is now a spooky spot to spend the night.

The largest cemetery in Louisville is the final resting place of Col. Sanders and Muhammad Ali.

The oldest operating Mississippi River–style steamboat still navigates the Ohio River.

This 19th century mansion façade adorned with immigrant patriotism is a symbol of Louisville’s history.

The history of whiskey and all of its boozy glory, from Colonial days to modern American cocktail culture.

A 70,000-square-foot institution dedicated to a very literal, creationist perspective on the Book of Genesis.

Eight rare Corvettes are swallowed up by a sinkhole in Kentucky's National Corvette Museum.

This modern castle sat empty for decades before a fire inspired its builders to complete its luxury halls.

A ship that lived many lives under many names is now known merely as the "Ghost Ship."

The world's longest known cave system.

This former tuberculosis research hospital endeavored to cure the dreaded disease with fresh air and positive attitudes.

One of the few surviving "Wigwam"-themed motels.