Tag: Americana

Visiting the American Gothic House in Eldon, Iowa + Other Nearby Places to Visit

One of the most iconic paintings of the 20th century is American Gothic by Grant Wood.  This famous painting depicts a man holding a pitchfork and a woman looking off in the distance in front of white farmhouse.  It is now possible to visit the American Gothic House, located in Eldon in southern Iowa.  A …

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What is Wall Drug? (333 Billboards outside Wall Drug, SD)

What is Wall Drug

What is Wall Drug?  It’s a drug store and restaurant and gift shop mall and tourist trap on I-90 just outside Badlands National Park in the little town of Wall, South Dakota.  For many of us, it’s a reminder of our childhood – long car trips on I-90 out west.  It’s the capital of KITSCH! …

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