Grant Wood and American Gothic: A Midwest Triumph (Hybrid)

One of the most beloved attractions at the Art Institute of Chicago is Grant Wood’s <i>American Gothic</i> painted in 1930.  Acquired by the museum in the same year, the painting was an immediate hit. With Wood’s success came fame, but there were unwarranted attacks that took a tremendous toll on his career. Art historian Ruth Nelson looks at Wood’s life, and does a deep-dive into his most iconic work.

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