American Gothic House & Center

300 American Gothic St, Eldon, Iowa 52554 USA

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Opens Fri 10a

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“Grab your pitchforks & stand!”

In 1930, painter Grant Wood took a tour of a small Iowa town, and spotted the perfect house for a painting he’d had in mind. Armed with a sketch of the house he quickly made, he went home to Cedar Rapids and painted American Gothic. The house still stands to this day, and is visited by thousands of people each year.

Reviewed by
Jennifer M.

July 18, 2023

Worthwhile 6-mile jog off the highway to see a fun, iconic slice of Americana. Thank you Eldon, Iowa! Read more

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Homer S.

May 10, 2023

A nice stop for those who enjoy Americana. Quite cool to stand in front of the iconic house that inspired one of our country's most iconic paintings. Visitor center has costumes and pitchforks you... Read more

Reviewed by
Curt C.

November 14, 2021

Grant Wood! This is THE house from the iconic painting. Everyone knows the painting of the dude with the pitchfork and the girl standing next to him in front of a white house. This is the white... Read more

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