The USA is home to some delightfully quirky museums that celebrate everything from food to folklore. Let’s explore these unique gatherings that fly under the radar.
1. International Banana Museum, California
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Home to thousands of banana-related items, this museum is a tribute to the beloved fruit.
2. SPAM Museum, Minnesota
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Celebrate everyone’s favorite canned meat with exhibits dedicated to the history and impact of SPAM.
3. UFO Museum, New Mexico
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Located in Roswell, this museum explores the famous UFO incident and the broader topic of extraterrestrial life.
4. The Museum of Bad Art, Massachusetts
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Dedicated to showcasing “art too bad to be ignored,” this museum is a celebration of creative misfires.
5. Vent Haven Ventriloquist Museum, Kentucky
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The world’s only museum dedicated to ventriloquism, featuring hundreds of ventriloquist dummies.
6. The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum, Tennessee
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With over 20,000 pairs of salt and pepper shakers, this museum is a quirky celebration of a common kitchen item.
7. The National Mustard Museum, Wisconsin
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Explore the history of mustard with exhibits and tastings of mustards from around the world.
8. Leila’s Hair Museum, Missouri
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A unique museum dedicated to hair art and jewelry, featuring Victorian hair wreaths and more.
9. The International Cryptozoology Museum, Maine
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Explore the world of hidden animals like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster at this unique museum.
10. The Museum of Death, California
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A macabre museum exploring the topic of death with exhibits on crime scenes, funerary practices, and more.
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