One of America's most historic homes also holds a startling literary legacy.

The homestead of American patriot John Adams.

Berthed at the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, "Old Ironsides" is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat.

The site of Paul Revere's historic two lantern warning.

Experience the hysteria of a 17th century witch hunt through goofy reenactments and wax dummies that should probably be burned at the stake.

The only structure left with direct ties to the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692.

The tallest The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple in the world soars above the Beltway.

This fort down the Potomac from Washington, D.C. was once the only defensive fort protecting the capital.

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

One of the longest water bridges in the world was built over a supposedly haunted swamp in Louisiana.

Formerly known as National D-Day Museum, this collection commemorates the battles of Normandy and WWII.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

This symbolic piece of New Orleans architecture is also home to a few ghastly stories.

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

Moonbows over Kentucky.

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

The world's longest known cave system.

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

Historians and hobbyists head to this former French outpost for the annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon.

A singular collection of hand-built art deco cars are held in a building with style to match.

You thought Santa Claus didn't exist, but it turns out you were wrong.

The farm where one of America's greatest leaders was raised is now a well-appointed landmark.

The evolution of recreational vehicles and motorhomes is on display in the “RV capital of the world."

Home to the deepest rift anywhere on Earth.