Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Representing the Reptilian order of Squamata, genus Varanus (monitor lizards), is the perentie, which can grow up to 8 feet long. It is a native of Australia, a carnivore, and a top predator. [2019]

Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA

Representing the Reptilian order of Squamata, suborder Serpentes (snakes), is the puff adder, so named because it puffs up when threatened. It is a native of Africa, where it may be the most widespread snake on the continent. [2020]

Topeka, Kansas, USA

Representivng the Reptilian order of Testudines is the red-footed tortoise. They are native to South America. The red-footed tortoise is classified as vulnerable primarily because it is hunted for both food and the pet trade. [2021]
 

Burlington, Vermont, USA

You might not be drawn in by the watercraft on display at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, but you might be curious enough to learn more about Champ, the 'Lock Ness Monster' of the lake. He has been sighted for centuries and is now a protected species. [2011]

Blackfoot, Idaho, USA

Does your city or town have a museum that honors local culture? Blackfoot's contribution to the nation has been putting potatoes on the tables of Americans nationwide. In fact, that has been the contribution of Idaho, as well. Ergo, the Idaho Potato Museum in Blackfoot. [2020]

Frisco, Colorado, USA

What becomes of one-room school houses? Some become museums or historical society headquarters. In fact, a community is lucky if their school has survived the ages to remind up-coming generations of scholars what is used to be like to get an education. [2013] 

Middletown, Rhode Island, USA

♫ School days, school days, dear old Golden Rule days. Reading and 'riting and 'rithmetic, taught to the tune of the hick'ry stick. You were my queen in calico, I was your bashful, barefoot beau. And you wrote on my slate, ‘I Love You, Joe,’ when we were a couple o' kids. ♫ [2008]