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.
June 30 Deadline | MAE Community Writing & Art Contest “What America Means to Me”
Find Contest Guidelines HERE
May 3, 2026 | Artists’ Reception | James & MJ Tenney and Pamela Hiatt
Join us on May 3, 2026, from 2 to 4 for an opportunity to meet artists James & MJ Tenney and Pamela Hiatt Their artwork will be on display during…
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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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May 9, 2026 | Youth (& Adults) Create: Hand-Painted Flower Pots
Hand-Painted Flower Pots Add your own creative touch to terracotta pots with paints and patterns. Saturday, May 9, 1:00 – 2:30 PM Cost: $5Ages: 9 – Adult Click Here to Register Space is…
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May 9, 2026 | Using Ink Wash to Illustrate in Grey Scale
Click Here to Register Click Here to Register Workshop will be held in the Presentation Area of MAE
