strange museums

When you think “museum,” your brain probably jumps straight to the big, famous ones: the Louvre, the Met, the Smithsonian. And while those places are definitely iconic, they’re also, let’s face it, a lot. Huge crowds, endless exhibits, and sometimes an overwhelming sense that you need to study before you even walk in the door.…

Let’s talk about the Vasa Museum! In the early 17th century, Sweden was on the rise as a military power, and King Gustavus Adolphus wanted a warship that would showcase the nation’s growing might. Enter the Vasa, a massive vessel that was meant to be the pride of the Swedish navy. The Vasa was built…

If you’re ever in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, and you’re up for something truly offbeat, you’ve got to check out Vent Haven Museum. This place is dedicated entirely to ventriloquism. Meaning that it showcases an incredible collection of ventriloquist dummies and memorabilia. It’s quirky, unique, and offers a deep dive into an art form that’s too…

If you’re a fan of immersive and weird art exhibits, such as the Museum of Ice Cream (which swept the nation by storm in 2017), then you absolutely must visit the Through the Looking Glass exhibit at IX Art Park in Charlottesville, Virginia. This colorful experience is the first and only permanent immersive art exhibit…

Museums are often regarded as repositories of history and culture, showcasing artifacts that offer insight into the past. However, not all of these artifacts have a warm & fuzzy past. Instead, they are shrouded in mystery and tales of misfortune and tragedy. And as you can probably guess — I am talking about cursed objects.…

There’s nothing I love to do more while traveling than exploring museums. Except maybe the occasional travel shopping haul. However, each time I visit a new museum, I just feel like a child again. Suddenly, I’m reminded that there’s still so much to explore and see in the world. And museums don’t have to be…

If you haven’t realized it yet, well… then I think maybe you aren’t paying attention to our site at all. But if you haven’t realized it yet, one of our favorite things to do at Malorie’s Adventures is to feature the strangest places from around the world. As an avid weirdo, I always seek out…

Are you someone who proudly wears the title of an “art nerd”? Then you probably can relate to the excitement that one feels once they enter a completely new museum. Filled with art, creativity, and color — it just allows your imagination to run wild and scratch that itch that you have for exploration. However,…

Are you traveling through Europe anytime soon? Then you’re probably also looking into all of the different museums that you can visit. Luckily, there are plenty of options. Even if you’re someone who enjoys slightly weird and quirky things. Let me rephrase that — especially if you’re someone who enjoys weird and quirky things. Here…

Who says that you have to travel outside of our country to experience something new and unique? The United States is a country filled with breathtaking places to visit. But we often tend to overlook that. We have pretty much anything, from stunning landscapes, and natural wonders, to bustling cities. But that’s not all. If…

New York City is known as one of the most diverse cities in the world. There almost isn’t anything that you can’t find here. So it comes as no surprise that this is also the home to some of the world’s weirdest museums. And New York City truly does not play when it comes to…

Museums are fascinating places as is, however, some of them are more interesting than others. If you’re someone who enjoys weird things, unusual places, creepy history, and unique art, then here are some museums that you should put on your bucket list. From potatoes and bananas to funerals and bad art, here are America’s weirdest…

Greece is an amazing tourist destination. After all, its land is filled with beautiful landscapes, like snow-clad mountains. Aside from that, the country also offers ancient sites for those who love history. Of course, you can’t forget its white-sand beaches and turquoise waters. With all these great features, a trip to Greece will surely be…

Museums display thousands of interesting historical pieces and bits of information. As such, they are the top tourist attractions for those who want to learn the history and culture of any certain place. However, some museums house wacky and strange things that make them peculiar yet fascinating at the same time. In fact, weird museums…