Our Mission
To develop and cultivate an expanding interest in art within Jackson County residents and visitors to our community by supporting lifelong learning, sustaining our cultural heritage, and appreciating the arts in our everyday lives.
Maquoketa Art Experience (MAE) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2008 and located in downtown Maquoketa, Iowa. MAE is dedicated to arts education, fostering an appreciation of the arts and to building community by engaging the residents of Maquoketa and surrounding areas in diverse creative activities.
Upcoming Events
CALL FOR ARTISTS! Community Mural Map Project
The Maquoketa Art Experience, in partnership with the City of Maquoketa, is seeking a mural artist passionate about community engagement to lead our Community Mural Map Project. This initiative will…
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Quad Cities Ukulele Club Performance
Join us for a lively, return performance by the Quad Cities Ukulele Club! If you were lucky enough to hear this electric ukelele group earlier this year at Maquoketa Art…
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Current Exhibitions
Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild Exhibit
Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild Exhibit September and October 2025 Artist Reception | September 21st Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM The Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild was organized…
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Weekly Recurring Events
Open Studio Every Thursday | 11 to 2
Open Studio Every Thursday 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Feel free to come and create or just unwind in our relaxed and beautiful setting every Thursday from 11 am to…
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Workshop
Painting the Iowa Autumn Landscape | Instructor Tom Christopher
Pastel Painting Workshop with Artist Tom Christopher Full 2-Day Workshop – Saturday & Sunday, October 11th and 12th, 2025 First Day – In studio, 9 am to 4 pm…
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FREE! Figure Drawing Open Studio
The studio sessions are FREE, but registration is required. Click the link below to register: Figure Drawing Open Studio Registration Form
