This stately 19th century library pushed architectural boundaries at a time when the public library movement was just taking off.

This private island is still in the family after a 400-year history including a witch hunt and a pirate.

The famed architect designed this Minnesota gas station of the future with a lookout tower.

One man's attempt to create an artistic wonder on a run-down block in Detroit.

Brain collection and database that narrows the gap between man and animal.

The site of the first couple's first kiss is commemorated by the most adorable presidential monument ever.

Where Cusack's record store from the film "High Fidelity" was located.

Former meatpacking facility turned vertical farm and sustainable business complex.

These pretty kitties killed and ate as many as 135 railway workers.

There just so happens to be a court even higher than the U.S Supreme Court: a basketball court in the building itself.

A science teacher's dream.