Eldon, Iowa: American Gothic House
The house made famous as a background for a Grant Wood painting is now a popular photo-op.
- Address:
- 300 American Gothic St., Eldon, IA
- Directions:
- East edge of town. Take Hwy 16/Elm St. east. Turn left (north) onto Finney Ave., which curves and turns into American Gothic St. The house is on the left, opposite Burton St. Visitor Center is next door.
- Hours:
- Visitor Center Tu-F 10-4, Sa-M 1-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 641-652-3352
- Admission:
- Donations accepted.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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The visitors center lends out pitchforks for picture perfect photo ops if you visit during business hours!
[Becca, 08/07/2021]
The American Gothic House Visitor's Center is worth a visit.
[Seth, 06/01/2017]This is a great detour. The route is through beautiful countryside. Good info on Grant Wood and the painting. Getting photo done was hilarious.
[Kelly Dresen, 07/03/2013]
It's free to come see the house that started it all and strike your own American Gothic pose in front of the place made famous by Iowan Grant Wood. Costumes and pitch fork available! Free will donations accepted.
Enjoy the collection of American Gothic parodies, educational exhibit and videos on Grant Wood's life, put together the magnet puzzles and check out the selection of prints, postcards, stationary, books, totes, T-shirts and other memorabilia in the gift shop.
[Jessica Strom, 07/24/2009]
The most spoofed art object ever.
The visitors center staff is very helpful taking photos. No camera, no problem -- they will take your pic and print it off for $2.00. They even have spare batteries they will let you borrow if your camera is low!
[Chris & Jill, 06/25/2009]Page of 2 [Next 3 items]
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