Gold Dome in Oklahoma City | Route 66

Built in 1958, the Gold Dome in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma is a notable landmark along Route 66 that was inspired by the geodesic dome designed by famed architect, Buckminster Fuller. Originally housing the Citizens State Bank, the Gold Dome was praised for its revolutionary design from its inception and was touted as "the bank of tomorrow". 

While the structure has seen a variety of occupants since it was constructed, its unique architecture has fueled several decades worth of efforts to revitalize the historic property. These preservations efforts are still ongoing today with the hopes that visitors can continue to admire the iconic Gold Dome on their road trips through Oklahoma City for years to come.    

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The Adolphus Hotel in Dallas, Texas

Opened in 1912, the Adolphus Hotel in downtown Dallas, Texas is an unmistakable landmark and a luxury hotel fit for royalty - quite literally, in fact, Queen Elizabeth II stayed here in 1991. 

While there are a lot of interesting places to stay in Dallas, the Adolphus is the kind of historic property that immediately piques your curiosity the moment you enter the lobby. 

Built by Adolphus Busch, the founder of the Anheuser-Busch company, the Adolphus was always meant to grab attention. It was Dallas' first grand hotel and for nearly a decade was the tallest building in Texas. From its stunning woodwork and rich, warm tones throughout, there's no mistaking that you're somewhere special when exploring this century old icon. 

And if you're looking for more entertainment options, rumour has it there may even be the ghost of a jilted bride hanging out on the 19th floor of the hotel. We never crossed paths though.

Whatever the reason for your visit, like I was, you're sure to appreciate the modern twists on traditional luxury. There's no denying it's an incredible space to wander, chillout, and grab a drink. The Adolphus was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

 

Space Center Houston in Texas

As the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas - Space Center Houston is home to an array of space memorabilia, scientific displays, and historic artifacts from various NASA missions. In addition to a tram tour and Saturn V Rocket, the standout exhibit at Space Center Houston is the replica space shuttle Independence sitting atop the Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier, N905NA. As you'd expect, it's an incredible facility to explore.