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.
December 6, 2026 | Gingerbread House Contest
Get into the holiday spirit and show off your creativity! We invite community members of all ages to participate in our Gingerbread House Decorating Contest. Whether you’re a seasoned baker,…
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December 6, 2026 Noon to 4:00 pm | Holiday Craft & Vendor Show
VENDORS AND CRAFTERS NEEDED! If you are interested in being a vendor at the 5th annual MAE Holiday Craft and Vendor Show, please fill out the form linked here and…
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November 2026 | Easton Valley Schools Art Exhibit
In a small school, creativity has room to breathe. This exhibition showcases work from our small but lively high school art program, serving approximately 80 students in grades 9–12. The…
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November & December 2026 | Eastern Iowa Art Society Exhibition
Artists from the Eastern Iowa Art Society (EIAS) will have their work on display at Maquoketa Art Experience during the months of November & December 2026. An Artists Reception will…
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Weekly Recurring Events
MAE Weekly Coffee Chat
Every Thursday* @ 10 AM – Informal, open chat…and COFFEE! *Subject to change. Check our calendar for the most up-to-date information
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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