If you're a big fan of all things strange and unusual, you're going to love The Museum of Odd in Lawrence, Kansas. Containing an eclectic collection of items you won't see in most places, it's not your typical fine art collection or historical artifacts. They earn a spot in the museum, and items must be odd, very, very odd.
Located in the private home of Randy Walker, the Museum of Odd contains a bizarre mix of old and new relics that he started collecting at age 12. Perhaps one of the weirdest is several pairs of Elvis Presley's underwear and the King's toenail.
Taxidermy animals appear throughout the museum. They add to the strange aesthetic created by Walker. They also support other relics that line the walls, shelves, furniture, and floors of the home.
top of the other, the mountain of vintage stuffed animals has more than one thing in common. Not only are they made from socks, but they're spared from the trash pile thanks to the obsession of one committed collector.
The pairing of collections could be the weirdest thing about the Museum of Odd. Just when you thought you saw it all, there's something that surprises you. Although this is one of the milder displays, the animal skull to the right gives the pretty decorations a more sinister feel.
It doesn't get more bizarre than recycled and upcycled items. The figures made from discarded soda cans and bottle caps come to life with their very expressive faces. They're present in number throughout Walker's collection.
As a spirited collector, it's hard to say when Walker will quit adding items to his personal museum. You don't question the loyalty of a person willing to collect not one, two, or twelve sock monkeys. You simply admire their dedication and pay a nominal fee to witness their private collection in person.
What's your favorite Kansas oddity? Have you come across a roadside attraction, yard ornament, or museum that defies words? If you're looking for more strange places to discover, be sure to check out 7 Museums In Kansas That Are Just Too Weird For Words
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