This educational center in Paducah, Kentucky, shares stories of America’s inland waterways by way of engaging, hands-on exhibits.
This spot in Sandusky, Ohio, has been making ice cream for more than 100 years, and its original location honors the cow that started it all.
See your favorite stories come to life at this whimsical bookstore Medina, Ohio, through themed rooms honoring literary figures like Edgar Allan Poe and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
This historic windmill was transported from the Netherlands to Holland, Michigan, where it has resided at Windmill Island Gardens since the 1960s.
This restaurant in Columbus, Ohio, puts its own spin on retrofuturism, serving breakfast and lunch favorites in a stylized diner-inspired space.
This island park in Parkersburg, West Virginia, showcases its ties to American history through a re-created mansion and museum.
This destination in Indianapolis, Indiana, celebrates the life, work and legacy of one of America’s most distinctive writers.
The Mountain State offers some of the best stargazing in the eastern United States. Professional photographer Matt Shiffler shares his experience capturing the night sky at five incredible spots.
The legendary boxer is remembered in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, through this museum that honors his accomplishments and activism.
This site in Alpena, Michigan, preserves Great Lakes history and educates visitors through interactive displays and shipwreck visits on Lake Huron.
Formerly a grand country estate, this park in Wheaton, Illinois, offers beautifully manicured gardens and plenty of recreational opportunities.
