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elizabethhorkley

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Animating Oregon

An ad campaign from Travel Oregon takes you on a fantastic voyage through the state.

Explore the Magic of Oregon in This Interactive Map

From glacier-topped mountains to a quirky cultural capital, illustrators bring Oregon to life with colorful effects.

Explore a Bustling Nevada 'Ghost Town'

History comes alive in Virginia City.

taste washington

Why Washington State’s Wine Scene Has Become So Experimental

Conditions there are ripe for trying out new techniques.

An Auditorium Transforms Into a Movie Palace for a Salute to Philadelphia Film

Atlas Obscura and Chase Sapphire® teamed up to create an event that made the case for Philly as the ultimate artistic muse.

5 Familiar Items That Couldn’t Be Destroyed

Extraordinary survival stories of ordinary objects.

Tracking the History of New York's Public Transportation in Comics

A new exhibit at the New York Transit Museum explores mass transit's influence on graphic novels and comics.

An Electrifying Experience in Los Angeles's Flektro Studios

Renowned neon artist Michael Flechtner opened the doors of his studio to Atlas Obscura and Chase Sapphire® cardmembers.

A Journey Through Time on the New York Subway System

Atlas Obscura and Chase Sapphire® took cardmembers on an exclusive trip aboard the MTA's historic trains.

On the Trail of Chicago's Famous Movie Locations

A scavenger hunt shined a spotlight on Chicago's role in film history.

A Day in the Life of a Galápagos Guide

Luis Yanez walks us through a day of tortoise traffic and blue-footed boobies.

5 Must-Try Dishes for Colombia-Bound Travelers

Internationally recognized chef Leonor Espinosa shares her picks.

Meet a Baker Giving Life to Día de los Muertos Celebrations

Oliverio Xicotencatl offers a glimpse at the busiest time of the year at his bakery.

A Rare Peek Inside Los Angeles's Secret Japanese Cultural Village

A collector's Japanese paradise exists in an inconspicuous downtown loft.

The Birth and Rebirth of Functionalism in the Czech Republic

The global design phenomenon left a unique and lasting legacy in the country.

Exploring the Ruins of Bannerman Castle

A select group of individuals took a voyage to the often-seen but seldom-visited ruins of Bannerman Castle.

How Prague Nearly Lost Kafka’s Legacy

It took a headstrong friend and decades of cultural change before the city embraced its hometown hero.

How New York City Became the Oyster Capital of the World

For a few brief generations, at least.

explore asheville

How a Nature Lover Spends 3 Obscure Days in Asheville

Field biologist Josh Kelly shares his perfect long weekend in the verdant North Carolina city.

We Asked Nevada Insiders to Share Their Best Hometown Stories

Answers included ghostly encounters, unforgettable hikes, and Bing Crosby.

5 Amazing State Parks That Las Vegas Visitors Often Miss

Each one is unique, though they share a common locale.

The 800-Year-Old Fishpond That’s Still Feeding Hawai‘i

How an O‘ahu community came together to rebuild a fishpond, and revive a traditional farming practice.

The Canoe That Changed Hawai‘i

How Hōkūleʻa and its amazing voyage across the Pacific helped kickstart a Hawaiian cultural renaissance.

A Weekend in The Woolworth Building with a Collection of Rare Manuscripts

Atlas Obscura partnered with Sotheby's to create a four-night NYC event showcasing extraordinary maps, letters, ephemera and more up for auction.