This Florida strip club has an unusual addition to its establishment that sets it apart from the rest

The extraordinary reason behind the UFO on the roof of a strip club in Florida has turned it into a true roadside attraction, SSP reported. Known as 2001 Odyssey, the club boasts a massive UFO adorned with colorful lights that shine brightly at night. It has gained fame after being featured in movies such as "The Punisher" and the skateboarding video game "Tony Hawk's Underground," as mentioned on the club's website.

This fascinating piece of rooftop décor has an intriguing history that dates back to 1969 – the same year Apollo 11 made its historic lunar journey. During this time, a Finnish designer named Matti Suuronen introduced an innovative concept of interstellar living with 500 square-foot modular homes, radiating an extraterrestrial vibe. These remarkable structures featured a deployable door hatch and porthole-like windows, captivating the imagination of many.

Unfortunately, despite its intriguing design, the "Futuro" concept failed to gain traction in the marketplace. Few units were sold in the United States, leading to the business eventually closing down in 1975, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

However, Jerry DeLong, the Florida Futuro sales manager, remained an ardent believer in the concept. Inspired by Stanley Kubrick's iconic film, he opened the strip club with partners in the 1970s as a tribute to the futuristic vision depicted in "2001: A Space Odyssey." They acquired a display model from a Clearwater site and meticulously maneuvered it onto the club's roof. A windy mishap during the initial attempt resulted in the UFO colliding with the building's side wall.

Presently, under new ownership, Odyssey continues to embrace its futuristic theme. Former partner Jerry DeLong's tire dealership became his focus after his associate was apprehended in a counterfeit cash scheme worth $1 million. The club's premises still offer a glimpse of the future as envisaged in 1971.

Peering inside the establishment through Google Maps reveals a somewhat antiquated and compact main stage room with mirrored ceilings, rigid metal chairs, occasional alien decorations, and a neon carpet that one would find in most bowling alleys. Noteworthy features include a quirky neon sign pointing to the bathroom, amusingly named "The Pisser," located near an ATM that caters to the popular request to "Make It Rain" by converting large bills into singles.

Although the origin of the source is undisclosed, the club proudly proclaims itself as the "#1 Full Nude Strip Club in Tampa Bay for 19 years running" on its website. This extraterrestrial-themed venture was also attempted closer to home, as Gallagher's 2000, a gentlemen's club in Long Island City, indulged in a notorious late-night commercial presenting aliens in our solar system from various perspectives.