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

A religious-themed park filled with folk art to bring biblical stories to life that fell into disrepair and now being restored.

The saga of the massive nut begins and ends in Texas.

One of the best examples of Art Deco architecture in the United States.

This is one really big nut.

This quirky hot springs town known to locals as "T or C" was named after a radio show.

A wealth of pop culture statuary and green chile dishes give this roadside restaurant clout.

Explore the largest pure gypsum deposit in the world, and go dune sledding while you're at it.

A blacklight journey through a celestial art exhibit.

This fast-food outlet is the only space and UFO-themed McDonalds in the world.

A museum dedicated to the alleged Roswell Incident.

Thousands of pieces of art have been carved into the rock at the site of an ancient volcanic eruption.

The world's oldest soul food restaurant is also one of its best.

Fittingly, America's museum of architecture is itself a magnificently designed old building.

D.C.'s first central library was born out of a chance encounter with the philanthropist whose name it bears.

The winding route passes through an enclosed alleyway, two tunnels, and leads to the White House basement.

Also known as the Founding Church of Scientology.

The first memorial dedicated solely to the Black troops who fought for the Union.

A gorgeous mural outside a beloved D.C. restaurant pays homage to famous Black Americans.

A roaring, awe-inspiring double cascade of icy water flows through woodland Oregon like something out of a Tolkien novel.

Once in disrepair, the house where the 1983 film was shot has been restored and turned into a museum.

Frank Lloyd Wright's most iconic home dangles over a Pennsylvania waterfall.

Don't get it twisted: This is the oldest pretzel bakery in the United States.

This monument pays tribute to the musicians responsible for creating the Sound Of Asbury Park.