Most historians agree that the so-called "Gentleman Pirate" wasn't much of either of those things.

Once the most flame resistant building in the country, the South Carolina Historical Society building was almost burnt down in a fire.

A stack of stones steeped in Irish folklore, much like the hero they're connected to, hide in plain sight.

Paths are maintained, but trees have taken over plots.

Charleston's historic city jail once held everyone from pirates to Civil War POWs.

Dental instruments from the illustrious history of American dentistry.

Dedicated to the history of the health sciences.

The record holder for the world’s largest peach.

Down the road from where the Wright brothers lifted off is another flight tribute practically hidden from sight in the woods.

This shifting North Carolina sand dune is an odd little desert surrounded by oceanic forest life.

The first free library in Georgia features an original Tiffany stained glass window of Mary Willis.

This stunning home looks like it belongs in medieval Europe, not North Carolina.

This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.

These four islands right offshore have waterfalls, colorful lights, fancy buildings, and a secret purpose.

The awe-inspiring ship from the golden era of cruising has an incomparable history and a reputation as one of the world’s most haunted places.

The discovery of an old wall led to the creation of this fascinating museum about the city in the Middle Ages.

Dine on food tied to Viking history and legend at this subterranean Stockholm spot.

It houses the remains of a 17th-century version of the Titanic.

The ancient dwellings of the Puebloans, located in the cliffs of majestic mesas.

This spectacular track has run continuously since 1882.

An abandoned coal mine reached by a steep hike.

One day a year it is legal to jump off of this astoundingly tall bridge that spans an Appalachian gorge.

A historic coal mine that doubles as a museum and tourist attraction.

The largest island on the great salt lake is home to curious creatures and strange stories.