New Salem, ND: World’s Largest Holstein Cow statue – Salem Sue

New Salem, North Dakota is proud of Salem Sue; the world’s largest Holstein cow. This statue is to honor the dairymen of the area. The cow is 38 feet tall & 50 feet long. It can be seen for 5 miles away. __________ FREE but donations are appreciated LOCATION: I-94 … Continue reading

Fergus Falls, MN: Giant Otter Statue

A 40 foot long otter statue is located in Adams Park (also known as Grotto Park). Photo opportunity, but you are not allowed to climb on the otter. ____________ FREE LOCATION: Adams Park (or Grotto Park) along East Vernon Ave WEBSITE: City of Fergus Falls, Minnesota – City Parks

Sleepy Eye, MN: Linus Statue

You can see the Linus statue in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Sleepy Eye is the hometown of Linus Maurer, the real life inspiration for the Peanuts character. ______ FREE LOCATION: on Highway 14, in front of the Dyckman Library. The address for the library is 345 West Main Street. WEBSITE: Sleepy … Continue reading

Covington, KY: Goose Girl Fountain

The goose girl fountain is based on a Grimm’s fairytale. The fountain is located in Main Strasse Village. Main Strasse Village is a restored 19th century German village. __________________ FREE: LOCATION: Main Strasse Village, intersection of Main St & 6th St Covington, Kentucky WEBSITE: for information, Kenton County Public Library: … Continue reading

I-80 Exit 323 – (between Cheyenne & Laramie) WY – Rest Area With Giant Bust of Abe Lincoln

This rest area has a big monument that is topped with a bust of Abe Lincoln. Why? I-80 is also called the Lincoln Highway. Rest area is between Cheyenne & Laramie; about 10 – 11 miles east of Laramie at Exit 323.