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Which weird record occurred in your state?

The Weirdest Guinness World Records Set in Each U.S. State (and Washington, D.C.)

Every U.S. state’s strangest Guinness World Record, from gargantuan salad fodder in Alaska to Wyoming’s longest beard chain.

The Motto of Each U.S. State, Mapped

Do you know your state motto? If not, check out this handy map of the slogans and phrases that help define each one.

A small sampling of our 50+ regional dish selections.

55 Beloved Regional Dishes From Across the U.S.

Did your favorite dish make the list?

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios.

The Most Terrifying Haunted Attraction in All 50 States

From Knotts Scary Farm to Eastern State Penitentiary, these haunted attractions are worth a visit this Halloween season.

There are around 2.5 million used, new, and rare books housed inside New York City's multiple Strand Bookstore locations.

The Best Bookstores in All 50 States

In honor of Independent Bookstore Day, we've picked the best bookshop in every state—plus a few others we loved. Did your favorite make the list?

Spend a night at Nevada's Clown Motel ... if you dare.

51 Roadside Attractions Across America That Are Worth a Detour

A cross-country road trip wouldn't be complete without making time to visit a few of America's most interesting roadside attractions. Here are some of our favorites from every state (plus Washington, D.C.).

51 Must-Visit National Park Properties Across America

From Acadia to Zion, these are the best U.S. national park properties in all 50 states plus Washington, D.C.

The Best Picnic Destinations in All 50 States

If you're in the mood to dine al fresco, head to one of the many picturesque picnic spots across the U.S.