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 friends and family! Refreshments will be served. The exhibit is up from March 3-April 28, 2022
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 even though I was born and raised in Iowa, I have a personal connection with Kalaupapa. My maternal grandmother was forced to live there, having…
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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 Zauberflöte, Il Notario in Gianni Schicchi, and Colonel Calvary in Patience. Widmer is a recipient of the Baden-Württemberg Stipendium and the US Teaching Assistant Grant…
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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!
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, 2022 6 – 8 PM. Stroll through the art displayed in windows in downtown Maquoketa, visit local galleries, and enjoy local wine and other refreshments.…
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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 and open to the public Donations welcomed
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 12 @ 2PM Refreshments Free and open to the public Donations welcomed
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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Holiday Celebration at Maquoketa Art Experience Meet. Greet. Enjoy. Holiday music by Dre' Saunders Conversations Hors d'oeuvres and Beverages
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 MAE for our Holiday Celebration! Catch up with old friends and meet some new ones as we kick off the holiday season.
Join local artist and author, Kurt Ullrich for a reception to view his personal collection of photographs taken at the Iowa State Fair plus see his collection of regional artists…
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Join us for an interactive program of dance and dialogue with the UI Dance Company. In their 2023-24 season the company has focused on adaptability & accessibility, resulting in an evening…
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The Maquoketa Area Children’s Choir Festival will perform on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM at Maquoketa Art Experience, 124 S. Main St, Maquoketa. This Festival is an opportunity for…
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Experience a performance by the University of Iowa Chamber Ensemble as they visit MAE during their summer tour
Join us to hear from six local women who visited South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia in March. Sue Siems, Kathy Klein, Debra Marcus, Brenda Snyder, Mary Klein, and Lisa…
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Join us for an Appreciation Open House Friday, July 19 from 5 - 7 PM.
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Maquoketa Art Experience is inviting indoor Vendors and Crafters to be part of our 3rd Fall Craft and Vendor Fair during Maqtoberfest! Email MAE
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The Loras Choirs, under the direction of Dr. Michael Bagby, invite you to join us on Sunday, November 17th at 2:00pm for this family-friendly concert reflecting the sounds and feelings of home.…
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Registered Vendors: Charleen Kilburg That's a Wrap Homemade Holiday Wreaths Dave Knoebel Dark Turnings Woodworking David Stauffer David Stauffer, Fine Artist Fine artist Dede Dammann Peacock Yarn Creations Crochet…
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Please join us on Sunday, December 8 for our annual Holiday Celebration!
Showcasing Local Talent! Features readings, instrumental, vocal performances...and more! Talent ages from middle school to senior citizens! Open to the public! Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and homemade baked goods! The event is free, but MAE will be accepting donations for the Maquoketa Community Cupboard, which can use peanut butter, tuna, and other high-nutrition, nonperishable items,…
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Do you need a feel-good, self-care break with your community? Come take a pause and de-stress for an afternoon participatory workshop with songleader Lyndsey Scott. All ages + all voices welcome! — you definitely don't have to "be a singer" to reap the profound physiological benefits of deep breath + relaxation that community singing generates.…
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Click here to see full size image JOVIAL SYNERGY is a woodwind ensemble based in the Quad Cities. Everyone in the group is also a member of the Bettendorf Community Band. Not only is it a shining example of how music is a lifelong treasure for people of all ages, but it is unique in…
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Join us for a discussion with Wihden Aise about the history and culture of the Micronesian community Saturday, April 12, beginning at 2 PM Everyone welcome! FREE! (Donations Accepted)
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been canceled. We hope to host Diane on a future date. Thank you.
Join us for a lively afternoon of Latin-inspired music performed by a quartet of former University of Iowa clarinetists. The event is free and open to the public. Donations are always appreciated.
No RSVP Needed - Join Us!
