From Captain Kirk’s future tombstone (dated March 22, 2228) to the ‘original’ vintage-style theatre from "The Blob" movie, this collection of sci-fi sights is a true geek’s delight.
SciFi-Wire put together a PDF (obviously) map of geek-worthy places to visit they titled 68 must-see sci-fi sights around the U.S. Check out our top 10 picks in the gallery above for some of what we consider the most crucial sci-fi sights for true devotees of all things nerdy.
Featured here is the Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant, W.Va., the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the Movie Theater From "The Blob" in Phoenixville, Pa, the headquarters of the Ghostbusters in Manhattan, the MiB Headquarters in Manhattan, the Rose Center for Earth and Space at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC, the birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk in Riverside, Iowa, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame in Seattle, The View Point Inn (featured in Twilight) in Corbett, Wash., Doc Brown’s 1955 House (Back to the Future) in Pasadena, Calif., Donnie Darko’s House in Long Beach, Calif., the Extraterrestrial Highway in Rachel, Nev. and the Dinosaur Monument in Dinosaur, Colo.
Geek Maps
Must-See Sci-Fi Sights Around the U.S. in One Handy PDF
Trend Themes
1. Geek Tourism - The popularity of visiting sci-fi sights is creating opportunities for the tourism industry to develop specialized tours and experiences.
2. Nostalgic Movie Tourism - The interest in visiting iconic movie locations is inspiring the film industry to capitalize on the tourism potential by offering behind-the-scenes tours and immersive experiences.
3. Fan-driven Cultural Heritage - The fascination with sci-fi landmarks is leading to new ways for fans to explore and celebrate their favorite fictional worlds, presenting opportunities for the entertainment and merchandising industries.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - The tourism industry can leverage geek tourism by creating travel packages tailored to sci-fi enthusiasts, including visits to the featured sights in the article.
2. Film - The film industry can tap into nostalgic movie tourism by partnering with location owners to offer guided tours and souvenirs associated with popular film landmarks.
3. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can capitalize on fan-driven cultural heritage by organizing conventions, museum exhibits, and events that bring together sci-fi enthusiasts to celebrate their favorite franchises.