are formally inviting you to stay the night at 704 West High Street in Urbana, Illinois – the white, residential house made famous by the cover of their . Last year, the band became of “ ” along with their label Polyvinyl, photographer Atiba Jefferson, Chicago’s Open House Contemporary, and photographer and videographer Chris Strong, who designed the first album cover. Now, they’re opening it up for anyone to rent on AirBnB.
“In May 2023, the property was purchased by the members of American Football, as well as Chris Strong, Polyvinyl Records, Open House Contemporary, and Atiba Jefferson to protect the house from developers and potential demolition,” the reads. “By preserving the 130+ year-old house and opening it up for artists, creative retreats, events, and nightly stays, we hope this indelible space will continue to inspire others for many years to come–right here in the community that gave shape to its unique legacy.” The band has also launched , a comprehensive website about the building, which was constructed in 1893.
In addition to hosting a detailed history of the American Football house written by Sean Neumann, it also includes a special for bands to stay at the house, a contact form to book events there, local recommendations in Urbana, and a calendar of upcoming house shows, artist residencies, and vinyl pop-ups. isn’t the only record to spotlight the 704 West High Street house. In 2014, the band released a music video for “ ” that was f.