A bizarre house filled with an astounding array of collections.

First known as the "Sample House," this construction mash-up was meant to be a living catalogue of building styles.

Elaborate drama imparts an appreciation for 19th century hardships.

This rare female version of the Muffler Man has its clothes removed each summer to signal the start of pool season.

Entombed in this strange, white stone hill are the deadly remains of radioactive weapons production.

The ravine where Jesse James supposedly performed an impossible jump to evade capture.

The dream home of an iconoclastic renaissance man still stands as a monument to his domestically mundane vision.

The oldest house in Galena, Illinois, now is a reminder of when this city was the world's lead mining capital.

A tribute to the twin ideals of religion and patriotism, built by a Catholic priest from rocks, glass, and innumerable found items.

A landscape of massive spherical boulders are the main attraction in this Kansas State Park.

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

For just a few bucks, this Iowa funicular will let you feel like an 1800s fat cat.

The remains of a bustling turn-of-the-century park built to showcase the wonders of electricity.

Known as "The Hill of the Little Devils."

The highest point in Iowa, while not that impressive to mountain states, has earned its own monuments.

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

A pop-culture attraction outside of Dyersville, Iowa, hits a home run.

Largest gathering of hobos in the country has been meeting annually since 1900.

An old town theater converted into a celebration of the hobo legacy.

European castle ruins in an American state park are actually the product of death and grief.

A hidden barn-sized rendition of Grant Wood's most famous, and most parodied, painting.

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

This remote island in Iowa was abandoned after being devastated by flood.

A Winnebago Tribe collection featuring arrowheads, artwork, and a mysterious rock carving.