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American
Gothic House
Eldon,
Iowa
Strike
an American Gothic pose and take a photograph in
front of the small white house made famous by
Iowan Grant Wood, one of America's most beloved
artists.
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.
You
can celebrate Gothic Day in Eldon the second
Saturday in June every year. Visit the various
gift shops in Eldon. Eat home-cooked meals at
Jones Cafe on Main Street.
Eldon
is located in the Des Moines River Valley where
outdoor enthusiasts can find hiking, fishing and
hunting opportunities.
For
more information contact:
Jerome
Thompson
State
Historical Society of Iowa
600
E. Locust
Des
Moines, IA 50319
Telephone:
515-281-4221
Email:
Jerome.Thompson@iowa.gov
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