See What Happens to Your Unclaimed Baggage | Infrequently Asked Questions | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-02-19 | What happens to unclaimed baggage? It ends up at the Unclaimed Baggage Center, located in Scottsboro, Alabama. And what is the Unclaimed Baggage Center, you ask? The Unclaimed Baggage Center is the only store in America that buys and resells unclaimed baggage from the airline industry. Watch this episode of Infrequently Asked Questions to learn what goes on behind the scenes, what the weirdest items the center has seen, and the item the U.S. government almost lost to the Unclaimed Baggage Center. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
The CIA invented a rectal toolkit, and they didnt hold back on size. #shorts #history #coldwar Atlas Obscura 2024-10-17 | What tools do you think of when you think of espionage? A heel knife, perhaps. A code ring? Umbrella guns? Sure. Then there's the rectal tool kit. Yes, that's what we said.
You dont have to wonder how the people in Tonopah Cemetery died. #graveyard #halloween #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-10-15 | From a cemetery filled with colorful tales to a mine that has its fair share of ghost stories, Tonopah is full of character—both past and present.#shorts
Meet The Bug Whisperer #shorts #bug #insects Atlas Obscura 2024-09-02 | Our fear and hatred of insects is fear of the unknown. #youtubeshorts #atlasobscura #bugs #insect
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Step Inside This Family’s Hidden Museum of Retro-Future Artifacts #shorts #space #collection Atlas Obscura 2024-08-25 | Meet the Kleeman family. Their massive collection of Space Age toys, furniture, and ephemera. #youtubeshorts #robots #collection
What Color is Dinner? #shorts #food #foodies Atlas Obscura 2024-08-24 | Jen Monroe creates edible whimsy—from white iPhone sushi to aquarium gelatin molds—for all sorts of fantastical events. #youtubeshorts #foodie #foodlovers #foodlover #art #artist #artwork
There Has To Be More Videos Like This #shorts #vhs #collection Atlas Obscura 2024-08-20 | More from the VHS Guys. #youtubeshorts #atlasobscura #travel
Real Colonial American Food #shorts #cooking #food Atlas Obscura 2024-08-16 | In Colonial America, anything that flew, walked, or swam was fit to be fried, roasted, or charred over open fire. #youtubeshorts #foodie #foodies #history
The Popuplady #shorts #collector #atlasobscura Atlas Obscura 2024-08-14 | It's not a pop up book without a paper engineer. #youtubeshorts #collection #popup
The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is a Cathedral of Infrastructure #shorts #texastravels #texas Atlas Obscura 2024-08-09 | Find out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #nationalpark #travel
Recreating Ancient Bread From Pompeii #shorts #food #baking Atlas Obscura 2024-08-06 | What did bread from ancient Pompeii taste like? Farrell Monaco knows. #youtubeshorts #foodie #foodies #bread #breadrecipe
A Legacy of Wine in Cincinnati #shorts #wine #winelovers Atlas Obscura 2024-08-02 | Kate MacDonald is on a mission to make wine that connects to its place. #youtubeshorts #winetasting #winetours
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This Is the Worlds Biggest Bunny Museum #shorts #bunny #bunnies Atlas Obscura 2024-07-31 | It's a collection that perpetuated out of love. #youtubeshorts #travel #atlasobscura
Making Green Spaghetti with Mom #shorts #foodie #cooking Atlas Obscura 2024-07-27 | My mom promoted and nurture my interest in food. #youtubeshorts #atlasobscura #spaghetti
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The Joy of Eating Insects #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-19 | Chef and edible insect ambassador Joseph Yoon is trying to normalize eating edible insects around the world. #youtubeshorts #foodie #foodies #atlasobscura
The Sourdough Librarian #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-15 | He on a quest for more sourdough. #youtubeshorts #atlasobscura #sourdough #foodie #travel #collector
The VHS Guys #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-12 | Meet two guys with the biggest VHS collection. #youtubeshorts #vhs #atlasobscura
That First Time Standing Up On the Board @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-10 | Check out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #surfing #texas #travel #traveltexas
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The Longest 8 Seconds Ever @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-08 | Watch more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #rodeo #bullriding #travel #texas #traveltexas
Just Type in “Moon” Through This Telescope @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-06 | Watch more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #travel #traveltexas #texas #space
This Is What Brought the Astronauts to the Moon @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-05 | Check out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #nasa #travel #traveltexas #texas
Descending Into the Caverns of Sonora @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-03 | Check out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #travel #texas #traveltexas #caves #cavern
Making Arrowheads at an Ancient Flint Quarry @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-07-02 | Check out more on @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #texas #travel #traveltexas
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Digitizing the Biggest Gospel Record Archive @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-29 | Watch more on @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #travel #texas #traveltexas
The Most Haunted Location in the Paranormal World @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-28 | Check out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #traveltexas #travel #texas
What’s In the Frame is Beyond the Artist’s Control @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-27 | Check out more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #traveltexas #travel #texas
Camping Under the Stars at Big Bend National Park @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-25 | Watch more at @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #camping #travel #traveltexas #texas
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A Taste of the San Antonio Food Scene @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-22 | Watch more at @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #foodie #travel #traveltexas #texas
Kiteboarding in the Wild Winds of Texas @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-21 | Watch more at @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #travel #traveltexas #texas #atlasobscura #kitesurfing
Biking Along the Comanche Trail @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-20 | Watch more via @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #travel #texas #traveltexas #biking
Riding the Waves in South Padre Island @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #shorts Atlas Obscura 2024-06-19 | Watch more via @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #surfing #travel #traveltexas #atlasobscura #texas
Saddle Up for Some Rodeo Horse Riding on @AllRoadsLeadToTexas Atlas Obscura 2024-06-18 | Watch more @AllRoadsLeadToTexas #youtubeshorts #texas #travel #traveltexas #horseriding
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Why Italy Is Reviving an Italian Christmas Witch | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2023-12-29 | According to Italian folklore, each January, the witch La Befana mounts her broomstick and embarks on a search for the baby Jesus, leaving every child she encounters with candies and gifts. For generations, Italian families have celebrated this story by welcoming La Befana with a festive bonfire. But the age-old tradition is now at grave risk.This video was filmed by Emily Stoker. You can find more work at emilykaystoker.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Real-World Quidditch is Changing Lives in Uganda | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2023-11-02 | In Uganda, there’s one magical sport that has cast a spell on adults and children alike—Quidditch, the sport popularized in the popular Harry Potter book series. But here, the sport is more than just a game pulled from the pages of a book. It’s a sport that embraces inclusivity, welcoming all to a sport that’s reshaping how players see the world—and each other. Watch the trailer above before its premiere at DOCNYC on November 9, 2023. You can buy tickets to see the short in-person in New York City or watch it online here. bit.ly/3SpA0zP [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
In Maine, the Art of Basketry Hangs On By a Thread | Atlas Obscura x Visit Maine Atlas Obscura 2023-10-24 | Step into the world of Jeremy Frey, a distinguished master of Wabanaki Basketry and a proud guardian of his Passamaquoddy heritage in the captivating state of Maine. With a lineage that traces back seven generations and beyond, he continues a timeless tradition deeply rooted in the local landscape.We take an intimate glimpse into Jeremy's creative process, as he transforms ash wood harvested from the nearby forests into stunning works of art. From the intricacies of his designs to the finesse of his weaving, each basket is a testament to his resilience and commitment to preserving this traditional art form.To view and/or buy Wabanaki Art from Maine, visit the below sites: Abbe Museum/Abbe Gift Shop in downtown Bar Harbor - abbemuseum.orgWabanaki Winter Market - https://umaine.edu/hudsonmuseum/Common Ground Country Fair - mofga.org/the-fairAbbe Museum Indian Market - Abbe Museum Indian MarketPortland Museum of Art - Portland Museum of Art This video was sponsored by Visit Maine. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
All Roads Lead to Texas: Freshwater | Atlas Obscura x Travel Texas Atlas Obscura 2023-06-20 | Join Dylan Thuras on a thrilling journey through the freshwater wonders of Texas in "All Roads Lead To Texas: Freshwater." Dive into cliff jumping at Hell's Gate, explore the breathtaking Gorman Falls, and experience the exhilaration of kiteboarding in the wild winds of Texas. Discover a whole new side of the Lone Star State, where adventure meets natural beauty.This video was sponsored by Travel Texas.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Riveting History Of The Texas Theatre | Atlas Obscura x Visit Dallas Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | Originally built by eccentric film producer and aviator Howard Hughes, the Texas Theatre has a history that’s equally as riveting as the films it screens, as this is where Lee Harvey Oswald was captured after his assassination of President Kennedy. Despite undergoing a major facelift, it was remodeled again to its original facade to film a movie about JFK. Today, it’s one of the most storied landmarks in Dallas and a great place to catch a movie showing. This video was sponsored by Visit Dallas. Curious to discover more of Dallas? Click the link to explore: visitdallas.com[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Inside The Unique Sebastopol House | Atlas Obscura x Visit Seguin Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | This unique home in Seguin, Texas features inventive architecture and a somewhat complicated history. Built from limecrete—a mixture of lime, water, and gravel—the Sebastopol House helped coin the nickname “City of Concrete” for Seguin, but it was built by enslaved people. Today, the house honors the region’s Black heritage by featuring the Wilson Pottery Foundation, which was founded by Hiram Wilson and his brothers, and is considered to be one of the first Black-owned businesses in the state of Texas. This video was sponsored by Visit Seguin. Curious to discover more of Seguin? Click the link to explore: www.visitseguin.com [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Diving Into the Mermaid Capital of Texas | Atlas Obscura x Visit San Marcos Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | A spring-fed lake in south-central Texas is teeming with wonder, both real and imagined. San Marcos, one of the oldest continually inhabited sites in North America, is home to the second-largest group of freshwater springs in Texas. The springs also serve as a sanctuary for endangered flora and fauna like the Texas blind salamander, and once was the hotspot for fin-clad performers known as the “Aquamaids”—hence, the nickname, “The Mermaid Capital of Texas.” This video was sponsored by Visit San Marcos. Curious to discover more of San Marcos? Click the link to explore: visitsanmarcos.com [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Soar Back On The Wings Of Time | Atlas Obscura x Visit Addison Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | The Cavanaugh Flight Museum is a one-of-a-kind experience, almost as rare as the planes it houses. Located in Addison, Texas this museum boasts the largest collection of rare and historic warbirds in the Southwest, many of which are still fully operational today. This video was sponsored by Visit Addison. Curious to discover more of Addison? Click the link to explore: visitaddison.com [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Mystery of the Opal Lawrence House | Atlas Obscura x Visit Mesquite Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | On the peaceful prairie of Mesquite, Texas, a local legend surrounds this 150-year-old home. The Opal Lawrence House is said to have hosted outlaw Jesse James on occasion, who would have used it as a lookout across the prairie. The house also boasts a unique painted ceiling, which has been an ongoing mystery to visitors and historians alike. No matter what the answers are, this boldly colorful home is worth a visit. This video was sponsored by Visit Mesquite. Curious to discover more of Mesquite? Click the link to explore: visitmesquitetx.com [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Majesty of San Antonio Missions National Historic Park | Atlas Obscura x Visit San Antonio Atlas Obscura 2023-06-14 | Established 300 years ago, Mission San Jose is known as the Queen of Missions, and for good reason: its architecture, flying buttresses, and castle-like facade is an automatic visual draw. It’s also the largest of five missions in the San Antonio area, which are classified as the First World Heritage Sites in Texas by UNESCO and are the only heritage sites in the U.S. that remain active parishes, with services every Sunday. This video was sponsored by Visit San Antonio. Curious to discover more of San Antonio? Click the link to explore: visitsanantonio.com [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
