10 of America’s Oldest and Oddest Roadside Attractions You Can Still Explore Today

The Jolly Green Giant Waving Across Generations

He watches over the gas stations and trinket stops of Blue Earth, MN.Jolly Green Giant (04/2005. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @greefus groinks

In Blue Earth, Minnesota, the Jolly Green Giant has been towering over visitors since 1979. This 55-foot-tall statue was built to honor the local canning industry and its famous mascot. Today, the giant is a beloved photo op and a symbol of agricultural pride. Visit this green goliath and take a stroll through the nearby Giant Museum, where you can learn all about the history of this cheerful colossus.

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