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Join us on Friday, November 17th for an Artists Reception from 7 to 9. Artists from the Eastern Iowa Art Society (EIAS) will be on-hand for a meet and greet.…
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Join us for an evening of local talent. The Coffeehouse is free and open to the public. Complimentary coffee and desserts will be served. This event is sponsored by Maquoketa…
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U OF I ENGAGEMENT AND THE ARTS   Artist Junli Song will discuss her art practice which revolves around world-building, storytelling, and research. She creates work across various media from printmaking…
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Squatters on Red Earth, Mary Swander’s latest play, explores the positive relationship that the Amana Colonies have had with the Meskwaki Indigenous people. The Amana Inspirationists fled religious persecution in their…
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  In collaboration with our friends at the Maquoketa Public Library, we will host a reception for the Tiny Art Show on October 13 from 5 – 7 PM at…
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Renowned figurative painter, Shane Wolf will be visiting Maquoketa on Tuesday, October 10th and we are fortunate to host a meet and greet with the artist during his brief time…
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VENDORS, CRAFTERS & PLEIN AIR ARTISTS Needed! Maquoketa Art Experience is inviting indoor Crafters and Vendors to be part of our 3rd Fall Craft and Vendor Fair during Maqtoberfest. Additionally,…
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Maquoketa Art Experience invites you to come paint or draw during Maqtoberfest! The town of Maquoketa will be buzzing with Maqtoberfest activities including a vendor fair, Farmer’s Market, music, food…
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Join the fun and learn another technique for calming you and your child. This event is held July 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:30 to 10:30 am. You can…
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Join the fun and learn another technique for calming you and your child. This event is held July 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:30 to 10:30 am. You can…
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“ART in the PARK” is back for more summer fun! Bring your family and friends to the downtown Maquoketa “green space” (199 South Main Street) for make-and-take crafts and summer…
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Join the fun and learn another technique for calming you and your child. This event is held July 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:30 to 10:30 am. You can…
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“ART in the PARK” is back for more summer fun! Bring your family and friends to the downtown Maquoketa “green space” (199 South Main Street) for make-and-take crafts and summer…
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Artists Reception with Theresa Ganzer-Blitgen and Kent Crawford Friday, July 7th | 5 to 7 pm Meet local Bellevue artist, Theresa Ganzer-Blitgen, and Maquoketa photographer, Kent Crawford, for an Artists…
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“ART in the PARK” is back for more summer fun! Bring your family and friends to the downtown Maquoketa “green space” (199 South Main Street) for make-and-take crafts and summer…
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“ART in the PARK” is back for more summer fun! Bring your family and friends to the downtown Maquoketa “green space” (199 South Main Street) for make-and-take crafts and summer…
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Join us for a reception from 6 to 8 pm on June 14th at Maquoketa Art Experience and meet award-winning wood carver Julio Martinez. He will talk about his carving…
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Do you have lots of fancy dishes that never seem to get out of the cupboard? MAE invites you to bring in a place-setting, glassware, or serving set of your…
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This program is a continuation of the ongoing Layers of Maquoketa community-building project that launched in 2017.Many amazing local performers will be showcased. Talent ranges from middle-school students to senior…
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Dive deep into the Graboid hole with Kaitlin & Levi! Presenting their canon entry into the Tremors saga with Tremors: Far Afield, these two have a whirlwind tale to tell.…
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        University of Iowa’s Dance Company Performances  Sunday, April 16, 2023 | 2:00 -3:30 pm        Open to the Public    Donations Welcomed       …
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Meet author TJ Stoneking (aka Gary Shapley) as he discusses his book The Moss Chronicles. The Moss Chronicles is a fictional tale of murder, grand larceny, and a forty-year manhunt set…
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Holiday Celebration at Maquoketa Art Experience Meet. Greet. Enjoy. Holiday music by Dre’ Saunders Conversations Hors d’oeuvres and Beverages

Holiday Craft and Vendor Show 11:00 to 2:00 – Craft and Vendor Show featuring local crafters plus a bake sale 11:00 to 1:00 – Face painting  and kids crafts Donations…
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Maquoketa Art Experience, in partnership with the University of Iowa – ArtShare, is excited to host performances by the University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts Wilder-Hill Players! Saturday, November…
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Kaydenn String Quartet – University of Iowa Maquoketa Art Experience is pleased to host the University of Iowa’s Kaydenn String Quartet. Musicians include Dominique-archambeau, Adrian-gomexhernande, Junhong-zhou, Sengho-wang Refreshments provided. Free…
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Window Art of Maquoketa – Downtown Art & Wine Walk The WAM Downtown Art & Wine Walk will kick off our first Window Art in Maquoketa (WAM) event Saturday, October 22,…
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MAQTOBERFEST Indoor Craft and Vendor Sale Handmade paper and stationery, bookbinding, soaps, woodworking, tumblers, pens, magnets, numerous arts and crafts, Watkins, and more!

Mitchell Widmer – Baritone Soloist Performance with Chieh-Chun (Anna) Chen – Pianist Mitchell Widmer, baritone, has performed roles including Gugliemo in Così fan tutte, Orpheus in Telemann’s Orpheus, Papageno in Die…
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Hosted by MAE and The Maquoketa Public Library Don’t Miss this Extraordinary Story  Free and open to the Public | 124 S Main       My name is Kim Carr and…
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Wave Cage Sunday, June 12, 2022           Time: 2:00  Open to the Public   Donations always appreciated Place: 124 S Main A jazz fusion/electronic band featuring Jarrett Purdy…
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Artist Reception Please join us in honoring our featured Women Artists from the Midwest Artist’s Reception: Friday, April 15 | 4-6 pm Free and open to the public. Invite your…
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