Come to Eldon, Iowa, and see the outside of the home that inspired Grant Wood to paint American Gothic, one of the world's most famous paintings. Visit the nearby American Gothic House Center, which features Grant Wood's life and work... Please check our current hours by clicking here, and keep in mind that due to the epidemic, these hours are susceptible to last-minute modifications. Please keep in mind that the hours for the Visitor Center and the American Gothic House are not the same.