American Gothic House - Eldon, Iowa

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American Gothic House - Eldon, Iowa

Just south of Hwy 34 in southern Iowa, between Ottumwa and Fairfield this charming community waits to welcome you and show you what the great artist Grant Wood found so charming!

Iowa artist Grant Wood sketched this house located in Eldon, Iowa on a 1930 visit to the area and later that summer painted it as the background for his world-famous painting, "American Gothic".

Although not open to the public, visitors are welcome to view the house from the outside as Grant Wood did in 1930 when he was inspired by its unusual Gothic window. The State Historical Society of Iowa owns and preserves the American Gothic House. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Hours: Open always for a look from street

Admissions: No charge

Phone: 515-282-6412