Events

Coffee Chat @ MAE

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Every Thursday @ 10 AM – Informal, open chat…and COFFEE!

Open Studio Every Thursday | 11 to 2

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

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 2 pm. Bring any project you're working on ... or just come to sit and chat. Bring a friend or meet new ones while you're…
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Crochet & Chat

Second and Fourth Thursdays at Maquoketa Brewery at 6:00 pm  Maquoketa Art Experience and Maquoketa Public Library are working together to host a fun and crafty social hour. Bring your current knit/crochet work in progress and chat with other crafters at Maquoketa Brewing (110 S Main St Suite A) on the second and fourth Thursday of the month…
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Suspended Ascent: A collection of paintings, sculpture and written works | Laura Vincent-Arnold

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Laura Vincent-Arnold will have her artwork on display at Maquoketa Art Experience during the months of July and August, 2025. The public is invited to meet Laura during an Artist's Reception on July 13th from 2 to 4 pm at Maquoketa Art Experience. The reception is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will…
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Take Me to the Mountains – Original collages and enlargements | Amber Williams

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Amber Williams will have her art on display in the South Gallery at Maquoketa Art Experience during the months of July and August, 2025.  The public is invited to meet Amber during an Artist's Reception on July 13th from 2 to 4 pm at Maquoketa Art Experience. The reception is free and open to the…
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Mississippi Valley Quilters Exhibit

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Mississippi Valley Quilters Guide Exhibit September and October 2025 Artist Reception | September 21st     Time:  2:00 – 4:00 PM       The Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild was organized in 1983 to educate and encourage members in the quilting arts; encourage high standards in color, design, and construction of the quilted medium; and stimulate interest…
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Adult Beginner Pottery Course

Mississippi Mud Studio 403 Pershing Rd, Maquoketa, IA, United States

Note: If this class fills and there is still interest, it's possible another class could be added. Please email [email protected] to get on the list.

Vendors and Crafters Needed | Indoor Show

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Vendors and Crafters Welcome! Sign up now to reserve a space for our 4th Annual Fall Craft and Vendor Show in downtown Maquoketa. The event will be held in conjunction with the "Muscle on Main" Annual Car Show to maximize attendance.  Email [email protected] to reserve your space.

Paint the Iowa Autumn Landscape | Instructor Tom Christopher

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Pastel Painting Workshop October 11th and 12th, 2025 First Day - In studio, 9 am to 4 pm Second Day - Plein air, location TBD 9 am to 4 pm Suitable for all levels: $250 per person. Tom Christopher is an internationally renowned pastel painter and will guide you through the process.  Register online at…
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Sports Photography Exhibit – Shelly Hinz/Lost Bison Photography

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Shelly Hinz will have her photography on display during the months of January & February 2026. Shelly is well-known in the area for her ability to capture in-the-moment and unique photos at athletic events in Eastern Iowa.                            About the Artist: Shelly Hinz, owner of…
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