The deserted railroad town had a last gasp as a ghost town attraction before being abandoned for good.

Small plaque marks the spot, but the true center is located about half a mile away on a private pig farm.

Yes, this monument is aware that it is about 20 miles away from the actual center of the United States.

It would be easy to walk past this unusual piece of art and have no idea it pays tribute to the odd life of a real chicken.

The home for all things Kool-Aid offers everything except a chance to actually enjoy the drink.

Once on display alongside a giant Gumby, it’s as tall as a nine-story building when fully extended.

A remarkable time capsule of American manufacturing deep in Maryland coal country.

The hidden offices underneath Memorial Bridge have been locked up since 1976.

A half-mile long and three stories high, this bridge over the Des Moines River Valley mimics a descent into a mine shaft.

This small Arkansas town once had a close encounter with the Beatles, and are determined never to let anyone forget that. Ever.

A failed piece of Orientalism has become the proud symbol of a community.

The fungus-shaped vintage gas station has served multiple purposes over its lifetime, and now serves ice cream.

No one messes with the Massachusetts sacred cod, not this time...

A statue of the English poet for whom this Delaware town is named is ritually dressed in seasonally appropriate clothing.

One tree's homage to soles past and present.

This massive roadside mascot was the first version of the giant to illustrate his butt.

A small Montana town commemorates the dog who waited at the train station every day for his owner to return.

The only parking meter in the entire town, it is surrounded by 100 free spaces.

Town not known for anything except its strange name.

Public outcry led to this bridge's unique character which celebrates a giant frog battle and also sewing.

Owned by no one but beloved by all, Brownie was a good dog.

Lovingly nick-named the "Brick Dick" this municipal tower was winner of the World's Most Phallic Building Contest.

The legend of a local monster still haunts this small town.

A local prank turned town icon.