Carhenge
A full-scale replica of Stonehenge built from 39 vintage American automobiles, painted gray and arranged in a circle on the Nebraska plains by artist Jim Reinders in 1987.
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Origin Story
Jim Reinders built Carhenge in 1987 with the help of his family as a memorial to his father, modeling the installation directly on Stonehenge's proportions and layout using 39 cars.
Evidence & Claims
None. Carhenge is an openly modern art installation, included here for tonal contrast against the older, contested mysteries elsewhere on the map.
Skeptical Explanations
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Visiting Information
Carhenge is free and open 24 hours a day, with no facilities on site. A small seasonal visitor center operates nearby in summer months.
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