The community of Eldon, Iowa, home of the little white house in Grant Wood’s most famous painting American Gothic, celebrates Gothic Days in June. The American Gothic House Center invites students and members of the public to participate in our annual art contest. Kick-off for art submissions will begin April 24th and final entries will be accepted until May 24th at the American Gothic House Center. There are no entry fees. Judging by a panel will determine 1st and 2nd places in the following categories: K-2nd, 3-5th, 6-8th, 9-12th, Adult Amateur, and Adult Professional. All works will be on display in the American Gothic House or Center during our regular operating hours and all public voting for Best in Show will be in-person only during Gothic Days, beginning June 7th and ending June 9th. Cash prizes. Limit of 2 art pieces per person. Contest submission form can be found on MyCountyParks or at the Center.
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Earlier Event: April 13
Grant Wood: Rags to Riches
Later Event: May 10
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