Category Archives: Interesting Buildings

Mammoth Orange Cafe

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Roger

This restaurant is famous simply because the front of the building is round and painted orange. Inside, it’s just a typical burger joint. You can’t even eat in the round part. I stopped in on my way to Pine Bluff … Continue reading →

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Monster Mart

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Roger

Arkansas’ version of Bigfoot is called the Boggy Creek Monster The hairy, ape-like creature reportedly attacked a family in a house near the town of Fouke in 1971. Large, three-toed footprints were found nearby, and there was some damage to … Continue reading →

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Harold Warp’s Pioneer Village

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Roger

I’ve known about Pioneer Village for a long time. I think I used to own a postcard with the sod house on it, so I may have even been here as a child. It’s one of those places that become … Continue reading →

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Argo Mill and Tunnel

Posted on November 6, 2021 by Roger

The Argo Mill operated from 1913 to 1943, milling gold brought in from mines in the region. The tunnel was bored straight back into the hillside for four+ miles and connected along the way with several of the mines. The … Continue reading →

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Southern Colorado “Attractions”

Posted on September 26, 2021 by Roger

We stayed a night in Fort Garland and then drove south to Antonito to ride the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (next post). Along the way, we made (very) brief stops to see roadside attractions. Manassa, Colorado — Birthplace of … Continue reading →

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