In this delightfully offbeat episode of States of Discovery, Sara and Marisa take you on a road trip through America’s weirdest museums—the kind of places that make you do a double-take and say, “Wait… this is real?” From preserved medical oddities to mustard-themed exhibits, we explore the strange, specific, and surprisingly educational corners of the museum world.
You’ll learn about:
- The Mütter Museum in Philadelphia, home to giant colons and soapified bodies
- The hilariously sincere Museum of Bad Art in Massachusetts
- Idaho’s love letter to the potato at the Idaho Potato Museum
- Extraterrestrial encounters at the International UFO Museum in Roswell
- Neon nostalgia at the Neon Museum in Las Vegas
- And yes—even the National Mustard Museum in Wisconsin
Plus, we dig into how these wonderfully weird places actually stay open—spoiler: it involves passionate collectors, creative funding, and a whole lot of merch.
Why You'll Love It:
If you’ve ever taken a roadside detour to see the world’s largest ball of twine, this episode is your jam. It’s a celebration of niche passions, local flavor, and the power of the peculiar. Whether you’re into science, food, folklore, or just good ol’ fashioned weirdness, there’s something here for every curious traveler.
Stay Curious:
Got a favorite bizarre museum in the U.S.? Know a hidden gem with an eyebrow-raising backstory? Send it our way! We’re always on the hunt for America’s strangest attractions.
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