Louis’ Lunch (New Haven, Connecticut)
The humble hamburger was created, so the story goes, in 1900 in response to a customer’s hurried request for a lunch to go. It was at Louis’ Lunch in New Haven, Connecticut that this historic …
National Treasures
Dewar’s Candy (Bakersfield, California)
Originally known as The Chocolate Shop, Dewar’s Candy in Bakersfield, California, was started 1909 by the brothers James H., and George Dewar. Dewar’s Candy has survived in its current location, as a family owned business …
Teapot Dome Service Station (Zillah, Washington)
The Teapot Dome Service Station is a former gas station built in 1922 and a shining example of novelty architecture. This little piece of design shamefully reminds us of the Teapot Dome Scandal that nearly …
Chief Kyan Totem Pole (Ketchikan, Alaska)
With more than 80 in the city, the largest collection of totem poles in the world is found in Ketchikan, Alaska between Totem Bright State Historical Park, Saxman Native American Village, and the Totem Heritage …
Recoleta Cemetery (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
The Recoleta Cemetery, conveniently located in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city. Dating to the early 18th century, Recoleta Cemetery contains nearly 5,000 vaults …
Cadillac Ranch (Amarillo, Texas)
There are a few things that make Amarillo, Texas a special place, and chiefly among them is definitely Cadillac Ranch. The internationally recognized roadside attraction and art instillation was created by San Francisco residents Chip …
Randy’s Donuts (Inglewood, California)
Randy’s Donuts is a bakery and landmark building in Inglewood, California. Built in 1953, Randy’s Donuts was the second location of the Big Donut Drive-in chain which had ten locations in the 1905s. The brain-child …