Current hours of the Visitor’s Center:

Mon - Tues: CLOSED

Wed - Sat: 10am - 4pm 

Sun: 1pm - 4pm

LAST ADMISSION IS 3:50 P.M.

Email: theamericangothichouse@gmail.com

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR VISIT:

  1. The interior of the American Gothic House will be OPEN to the public on Saturday, April 12th, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

  2. The American Gothic House Center will be CLOSED to the public May 3rd due to an event. Museum will open at 1:00 p.m. If you are planning a visit that day, please check out our events page- you might want to hear our special speaker!

  3. Please note that the Center is open year-round BUT is CLOSED on Mondays and Tuesdays and may be closed during certain events.

  4. If you visit after-hours, there is a monitor that can be viewed from the main entrance door 24 hours a day with information about Grant Wood, the Center, and the house.

  5. There is a $5 admission charge for persons ages 13-59 and $4 per person ages 60 and over. Children ages 12 and under and Wapello County residents (proof required) are free. Group discounts may be available with advanced reservations. Admission fee includes the gallery, media room, use of costumes, and restrooms. Please click HERE for the costume check-out procedure guidelines before your visit. Last costume check-out is at 3:30 p.m. Check our events calendar before your visit as costumes may not be available during those times or the Center may be closed to the public.

  6. The American Gothic House is owned by the State Historical Society of Iowa, NOT the American Gothic House Center. The interior of the American Gothic House will only be open select dates or for pre-arranged group tours of 10 or more, based on availability. Contact the Center for more information.

  7. The exterior of the American Gothic House is open dawn to dusk, regardless if the Center is open.


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Porch Fest 2019

  • American Gothic House & Center 300 American Gothic St. Eldon, IA 52554 (map)

We’re celebrating Play Music on the Porch Day early this year! Join us on Saturday, August 24th on the lawn in front of the American Gothic House to enjoy some great BBQ and fantastic live music played on one of the most famous porches in the world!

Everyone is encouraged to bring out lawn chairs, blankets, and anything else you need to enjoy an afternoon outdoors. Some shade and seating will be provided by the center.

Featured acts include:

THOSE GUYS?

THOSE GUYS?

  • MMLD (More Music-Less Drama) - 12-1pm


  • THOSE GUYS? - 1-3pm - A bluegrass fusion band based out of Ottumwa.

Wild Bill Willie

Wild Bill Willie

  • Wild Bill Willie - 3-3:30pm - A Willie Nelson tribute act.

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BBQ is being served up by Eldon’s own Gothic Town Grillers (menu and prices available at event). They’ll be setting up and serving before the music begins, so feel free to come down early and grab a bite to eat!


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THOSE GUYS? are a bluegrass fusion band based out of Ottumwa. More info can be found at their Facebook page. MMLD features Lily Arney and Shannon Garrels, as well as Tom Shadonix (of THOSE GUYS?).


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Wild Bill Willie is a Willie Nelson tribute act by Eldon-native and Arkansas-based “Wild Bill” Essary. More info can be found at his Facebook page.

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Earlier Event: August 10
House Open
Later Event: September 2
Visitor Center Closed (Labor Day)