The Paramount, also recognized as the Best Western Paramount, stands as a once-glorious hotel nestled in the quaint Hamlet of Parksville, New York, just a stone’s throw away from the charming town of Liberty, New York. Now a hauntingly abandoned structure, the once-bustling resort fell to a devastating fire in October of the year 2000. The inferno ravaged the lobby,

Jacob Snyder’s Architectural Masterpiece: The Historic Shady Bend Manor The Shady Bend Manor in Ohio is a brilliant example of the Italianate architectural style during the 1800s. Designed by architect Jacob Snyder and built for John Hardy in 1874, this incredible home overlooks the town of Newcomerstown, Ohio. The 3,289-square-foot home sits on 4.4 acres, and features a circular driveway,

Exploring the Eerie Remains of a Once-Thriving Mini Golf Course in New York Last year, on a trip to New York with our main goal of visiting Boldt Castle, we stumbled into an abandoned mini golf. We arrived as the sun was setting, which gave us a perfect opportunity to capture some photos. From the front, it was difficult to

Wooster’s Timeless Treasure: The Historic David Q. Liggett House Nestled on 408 N. Bever Street in Wooster, Ohio, a magnificent wood-frame house stands proudly as a testament to the architectural and historical grandeur of the past. This prominent structure, known as the Liggett House, or Liggett-Freedlander House, with its intricate details and rich history, has earned its rightful place on

Dave Blum’s Vision: From Welder to Farmer to Sk8 Liborius Founder In the heart of St. Louis lies a testament to the power of creativity and unity: Sk8 Liborius.  “Underserved, urban youth are the congregation now,” proclaimed Dave Blum, his voice echoing the sentiments of a new era. Once a welder whose deft hands had shaped the City Museum, and

The Traxler Mansion was built between 1910 and 1912 for Louis Traxler – a very successful and wealthy businessman who owned a mercantile company in Dayton. The family moved in in 1911, but construction would not be complete until the following year. The mansion was crafted in the French Chateauesque architectural style – the same style as the Biltmore house

The Manor House and park grounds, now known as Wildwood Park, have a rich and prosperous history. Originally called the Wildwood Estate, the land was once filled by fertile apple orchards and rolling hills. The farmland was developed by Cleveland industrialist John G. Oliver during the early 1900s. Mr. Oliver, who at the time was an employee of Warner &

I’ve been seeing this home shared quite a bit around the Internet recently, and have been messaged about it numerous times. I wanted to share some photos of this home from a previous summer. Each abandoned home is different from one another, every home with its own distinct characteristics and history. Some of these homes, whether historic or more modern,

Lisa Frank: The Artist Behind the Colorful and Whimsical Designs Lisa Frank is a name that needs no introduction, especially for those who grew up in the 80s and 90s. Her colorful and whimsical designs have captured the imagination of millions of people around the world, becoming a cultural phenomenon and a staple of children’s fashion and decor for decades.

USS Plainview (AGEH-1) The USS Plainview (AGEH-1) emerged as a beacon of naval innovation, epitomizing the Cold War era’s technological aspirations. Conceived as the world’s largest hydrofoil, it was constructed by the Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Company in Seattle, Washington. This vessel was unique, named after Plainview, New York, and Plainview, Texas, reflecting a national spirit of progress and innovation.