monuments
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Stewart Bridge
Walden, Oregon
1930
Built in 1930, this small covered bridge over Mosby Creek has been restored and is now open only to pedestrians.
- Les Antiques Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France c. 30 BCE - 20 CE
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Avebury Henge
Avebury, England
Constructed around 2500 BCE, Avebury is the largest prehistoric stone circle in Britain. Along with its ancient mysteries, it offers a pleasant setting amidst a tranquil village and green fields.
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Stonehenge
Wiltshire, England
2000 BCE
Built in several stages between about 3000 and 2000 BCE, Stonehenge is a circle of massive megaliths that weigh many tons, fit together perfectly, and are aligned with the stars.
- Astoria Column Astoria, Oregon 1926
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Willa Cather House
Red Cloud, Nebraska
1879
The childhood home of author Willa Cather from 1884 to 1890.
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Tomb of Abraham Lincoln
Springfield, Illinois
1874
The Lincoln Tomb in the Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, is the final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary, and their sons, Edward, William, and Thomas.
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West Kennet Long Barrow
Wiltshire, England
This prehistoric burial site near Avebury was in use between 3700 and 2000 BCE. Visitors can enter the barrow, which contains five atmospheric ancient chambers.