A Circus legend leaves an unexpected endowment.

Wisconsin's most celebrated export gets the royal treatment on I-94.

A monument marks the beginning of the longest north-south road in the United States.

A four story, football field-sized, nine-grotto creation made of shells, minerals, and rare stones.

This $3 million model train takes you through Chicago, Seattle, and the thousands of miles in between.

The unluckiest U-boat in the entire German fleet is now on display in a Chicago museum.

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.

This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

Former meatpacking facility turned vertical farm and sustainable business complex.

This whimsical Oz-themed park had a wonderful impact on the surrounding neighborhood.

A century-old hotspot for jazz, frequented by everyone from Charlie Chaplin to Al Capone.

Beloved bar home to musicians of all eras and reputations.

A Bibliophile's Dream.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.

This morbid, delightful curiosity shop offers everything from animal bones to human teeth.

A beloved Chicago music venue offering cold beer and lots of “Friendly."

A lush green oasis in the middle of Chicago.

The only Bahá'í house of worship in North America and one of only a handful worldwide.

The world’s largest truck stop includes a barber shop, chiropractor, and a huge museum with antique trucks.

At 135 years old and counting, this historic print shop is heaven for poster nerds and music buffs.

A typical "Old South" manor, once owned by author Anne Rice, served as the setting for several of her witchcraft sagas.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

A museum and shop on Bourbon Street located in the former home of the second Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.