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Waverly, Tennessee - Studebaker on a Stick
Great photo opportunity of one of the "things on a pole." There's lots of open space to walk around outside the radiator shop, which does not appear to still be open. A couple of nice, although broken, signs on the property add more fun to the stop.
[Tim O'Brien, 02/21/2020]Dixie Radiator Service
- Address:
- 3927 US-70, Waverly, TN
- Directions:
- Dixie Radiator Service. West edge of town, on the south side of US-70.
Escondido, California - Joor Muffler Man
For the first time in ten years the Joor Muffler Man was dressed in a custom Santa outfit this past Christmas. For 25 years the shop's owners dressed the 20-foot-tall fiberglass Muffler Man as Santa during the season. A decade ago his suit wore out and the owners couldn't invest in a new one. Along came a couple who purchased a fabric and upholstery shop across the street, and they came to the rescue. It seems they both grew up in the neighborhood, fondly remembered the Santa-clad statue, and volunteered to help him get redressed -- so today's kids could have great memories in the future. Well played!
This suit looks a lot better than the photos I've seen of his Santa outfits of yesteryear. He's at a very busy intersection, so be careful when you stop to take a photo.
[Tim O'Brien, 02/21/2020]- Address:
- 302 East Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA
- Directions:
- Take Valley Parkway east from I-15 to Grand Avenue and continue east to Juniper, then turn north (left) two blocks to intersection of Juniper and Valley Parkway. Grand Avenue is the eastbound one-way complement to Valley Parkway.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
Hurricane Mills, Tennessee - Red-Eyed Buffalo
Loretta Lynn does not own Loretta Lynn's Kitchen restaurant, but her presence is definitely felt. The red-eyed buffalo -- really more orange than red -- still stands out front and is a classic roadside giant. Inside, in addition to the restaurant, there is a nice (and free) homage to the Queen of Country Music. Walls are lined with signed photos of "Friends of Loretta," there is a tableau of her on stage in one of the dining rooms, and there's a big selection of Loretta-themed items and clothing in the gift shop. The restaurant is a Southern Style Buffet and they claim to have the best meat loaf in town.
[Tim O'Brien, 02/21/2020]Loretta Lynn's Kitchen
- Address:
- 15366 Hwy 13 S., Hurricane Mills, TN
- Directions:
- I-40 exit 143. Drive north a half-mile. You'll see the sign on the right.
- Hours:
- Daily 6:30 am - 9 pm.
- Admission:
- Free
Oldtown, Maryland - Paw Paw Tunnel
The old Paw Paw Tunnel on the C&O Canal was dug through a mountain, over 3,000 feet long, and still accessible as part of a towpath. In addition to dripping water and forming stalactites we saw at least 60 bats! Once through the tunnel, the towpath continues iton an area called The Big Cut where they blasted away stones when forming the canal. So beautiful and so unique!
[Kourtney, 02/21/2020]- Address:
- Oldtown Rd SE, Oldtown, MD
- Directions:
- From Oldtown drive east 10 miles on MD-51/Oldtown Rd SE. You'll cross a little bridge, and as the road bends right, turn left onto a gravel side road. Park in the lot, then follow the walking trail signs a half-mile to the tunnel entrance.
- Cleveland, Ohio - History of Contraception Collection
Currently closed to public for renovations.
[Kelly, 02/20/2020]Dittrick Museum of Medical History
- Address:
- 10900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH
- Directions:
- Dittrick Museum of Medical History in the Allen Memorial Medical Library. Corner of Euclid and Adelbert. Go in entrance on Euclid, head to the elevator down hall to the left. Hit button marked museum to 3rd floor and follow signs.
- Hours:
- M-F 10-5 (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 216-368-3648
- Admission:
- Free
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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