This handsome giant is said to mark the birthplace of the mythical woodsman and even had a cameo in a Stephen King novel.

Explore the dark underground corridors of this graffiti-covered former military fortification.

An old-timey wax exhibition campily depicting New Orleans legends and scandals.

This relatively recently abandoned brewery is a tragic reminder of the continuing effects of Hurricane Katrina.

The crumbling remains of a 19th century fortess.

The childhood home of the legendary blues guitarist and singer.

This 19th-century benevolent society and jazz hall was rescued from abandonment to again host live music.

Inside this art and oddity-filled shop, a small room filled with secrets.

The only cave in Louisiana has played host to a state's-worth of clandestine activities.

One of the last remaining venues on the Old Chitlin’ Circuit is a kaleidoscopic music hall at the end of a dirt road.

This 45-story tall abandoned skyscraper is the third tallest building in New Orleans and Lousiana.

A Rodeo for Prisoners.

Pirates had to be ousted from the land where this now ruined Louisiana fortress was built.

An abandoned underground bunker not far from downtown New Orleans.

This strange example of the Egyptian Revival architecture trend now holds Mardi Gras floats.

The crumbling ruins of this southern American fort have survived storms, war, and cults.

This strange, small castle on the bayou has withstood the test of time and weather.

One of the oldest continuously-operated gay bars in the United States is allegedly haunted by Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams.

It's clear this abandoned Art Deco gem was no ordinary cleaners.

A museum of unusual collections, mini-towns, and a half-dog, half-alligator.

This unique shop is full of memento mori art, antique medical equipment, secret society paraphernalia, and historical relics.

This abandoned Civil War fortress is slowly being swallowed by the waters of Lake Borgne.

Once defending the city of New Orleans from invasion by sea, this fort faces an uncertain future.

This float factory takes the mask off of Mardi Gras and lets visitors see where the magic happens.