Welcome to Whimzeyland!    Created by Todd and Kiaralinda in 1985, this former brown house has been transformed into a vibrant art environment and community treasure. It began with a purple door and grew into a colorful sanctuary of joy and creativity.  . . . #Ripleys #BION #RiplesBION #WeirdHistory #History #WeirdNews #whimzeyland

Believe It or Not! this bowl was made from the skull of a Tibetan monk. Skull bowls like this one are used by Tibetan lamas during New Year’s celebrations to mix a potent drink of human blood and wine, which is dispensed to monastic monks.    Keep your eyes peeled for more amazing exhibits from Branson, as we showcase 30 extraordinary exhibits in under 30 seconds.   #RipleysBranson #Branson30Under30 #Ripleys #BION #RipleysBION #WeirdHistory #History #WeirdNews #Branson #Tibet #TibetanMonks #Skulls

In Kenya, Africa, artist Mary Wamaitha makes giant African animals out of scrap metal from oil drums construction materials, and cars. The gorilla shown here is a 1/2 scale model.   Keep your eyes out for more amazing Branson exhibits as we showcase 30 extraordinary exhibits in under 30 seconds.   #RipleysBranson #Branson30Under30 #Ripleys #BION #RipleysBION #WeirdHistory #History #WeirdNews #Branson #RecycleArt #Art #OddArt

Blending science, art, and ancient photographic techniques, Michael Papadakis, also known as @sunscribes, captured the 2024 total solar eclipse in his signature way — harnessing the power of the sun to create an unbelievable piece of art for the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! exhibit collection. ☀️ #eclipse #solareclipse #heliography #believeitornot #ripleys #sunscribes #grandprairie #texas

This elaborate copper compass, used over 100 years ago at England’s naval academy, served as a teaching device. Compasses were among the first tools used by ships to determine direction.   Keep your eyes peeled for more amazing exhibits from Branson, as we showcase 30 extraordinary exhibits in under 30 seconds.   #RipleysBranson #Branson30Under30 #Ripleys #BION #RipleysBION #WeirdHistory #History #WeirdNews #Branson #Compass #CopperCompass #Ships #Navigation