We arrived after hours so we're unable to go through the visitors center. Directions for taking a mock American Gothic photo were clear and accessible after hours. Great random find on our road trip.
July 2023
Worthwhile 6-mile jog off the highway to see a fun, iconic slice of Americana. Thank you Eldon, Iowa!
June 2023
We did not take the tour of the museum, but the house and grounds were well kept. The location was very well marked and easy to find. It was well worth the diversion from our trip.
The American Gothic House Center sits adjacent to the original American Gothic House, aka Dibble House. This is the house that inspired Grant Wood to paint the iconic "American Gothic" in 1930.
While this painting is in Chicago at the Art Institute, the house remains in Eldon and thousands of people come each year to see it. Inside the visitor center, guests are welcome to peruse our exhibition gallery, watch a documentary in our audiovisual room, or possibly dress up in costumes for their own "American Gothic" style photo.
The interior of the house is generally closed to the public, except for the second Saturday of each month from April to October and for special events.
Small admission fee. Our website has full details of all events.
