The hill that gave the Massachusett tribe, and later the state, its name.

The ruins of one of the first railroads in the U.S. lie hidden within a neighborhood cul-de-sac.

A coastal rock outcrop with mysterious inscriptions variously attributed to Native Americans, Portuguese, Phoenicians, Norse, and more.

This 50-foot rock formation looked like a face that was once believed to be that of a Native American chief.

A quaint museum nestled in a former hub of Irish moss harvesting.

A white oak with property rights.

Inspiring Herman Melville and Henry David Thoreau, Mount Greylock in western Massachusetts is the highest point in the state at 3,491 feet above sea level.

The highest point in Maine is a grand gift to the state citizens that also happens to be one end of the Appalachian Trail.

The highest point in Connecticut was incorrectly memorialized before surveyors discovered the actual spot.

The first life claimed by this record-breaking peak wasn't lost to exposure or a fall but rather lightning.

The highest point in Arizona is an oddly snow-topped peak within the otherwise arid state.

The highest point in Alabama was almost completely deforested, but is now home to protected towers and trees.

The sweetest graveyard in the world is filled with headstones for dearly de-pinted ice cream flavors.

The highest peak in the state of Vermont has some interesting features.

This "life-size" depiction of Mickey Mouse as a half-lobster is both whimsical and a bit creepy, standing guard over the Boston waterfront.

A little Lego easter egg is hidden underwater in the Boston Tea Party tableau at Miniland.

This small glass cube is a peaceful out-of-the-way sanctuary at the busy airport.

In order to save this beloved rock, locals blew it up and put it back together piece by piece.

This supermarket is suspended 25 feet above an interstate highway.

Small island science organization offers public the chance to participate in research.

In Gloucester, Massachussets, fishermen celebrate a successful year at sea by charging a lubed pole to capture an Italian flag.

Solar powered Spectacle Island features all-green facilities.

Located in Faneuil Hall, the headquarters of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts has stood the test of time.

The ceiling of this vintage movie palace is covered in fantastic Art Deco murals.