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
April 30 | Coffeehouse Featuring Local Talent
The talents of your friends and neighbors will be showcased at a Coffeehouse from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on April 30. The Coffeehouse will include readings and instrumental and…
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March & April 2026 | Pam Fetzner Art Exhibit
Pam Fetzner’s Art Will Be On Display During March & April 2026 Stop in to Maquoketa Art Experience to view Pam’s art in the South Gallery during March & April.…
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March & April 2026 | Echos of Persia: Art, Memory, and Novel Release of “The Persian Lover: Creed and Greed” | Naser Shahrivar
Persian Artifacts, Antiques, Artwork and the Novel The Persian Lover: Creed and Greed by Naser Shahrivar on Display March & April 2026. Artists’ Reception with Book Signing on March 7,…
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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
