Tag: landmarks
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Fossil Cabin: America’s Oldest Building of Dinosaur Bones
The Fossil Cabin at Como Bluff is the oldest building in the world, located on U.S. Route 30/287 near Medicine Bow, Carbon County, WY. It was built in 1932 as a roadside attraction along the Lincoln Highway and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places for its uniqueness and connection to the first […]
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Rescuing a Landmark: The Story of Lucy the Elephant
Lucy the Elephant is a unique and fascinating attraction that has captivated visitors for over 140 years. Built in 1881 by real estate developer James Lafferty as a promotional tool to attract potential buyers to his land in South Atlantic City (now Margate), Lucy has endured many challenges over the years. The popularity of the […]