History

American Gothic House

Eldon, Iowa

The little white farmhouse behind Grant Wood's famous painting.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
30 min

The house with the pointed window that appears behind the pitchfork couple in American Gothic stands in Eldon. A small visitor centre has costumes so you can pose. Free and quick.

Good to know

  • Free
  • Costumes to borrow for photos
  • Town small and quiet
Best time
Daytime
Open
All year
Getting there
Paved; RV parking nearby
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

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