Fought near Republic on Aug.10, 1861, estimates put the casualties at 1,200 Union soldiers and 1,100 Confederates.

The towering utensil, which weighs 11 tons and is made of polished stainless steel, is planted near office buildings that house the advertising firm and the Food Channel.  

From March 1 through Nov. 15, fans of the author can tour the property where her "Little House" books were written. 

The museum has 35,000 live animals, including at least 800 types of fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds from all around the globe.