Grant Wood: A Portrait of Rural America Grant Wood, born on February 13, 1891, in Anamosa, Iowa—a small town steeped in the traditions of the Midwest—was more than just an artist; he was a chronicler of his region’s soul. His life unfolded against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America, and his art became a poignant reflection of the values, beliefs, and landscapes that defined rural Iowa during the early 20th century. His father…