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…
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Window Art in Maquoketa (WAM) Fall 2024 Exhibition

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

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Art Figures of the Quad Cities | Dolls on Display

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Stop in to view the creative interpretations made by the talented Art Figures Group of the Quad Cities. Their collections will be on display during the months of October and…
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Student Art Exhibit | Maquoketa School District Students

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

During the months of October & November, 2024, the artwork of students in K-12 will be on display at Maquoketa Art Experience "Osterhaus Family Gallery".  The art students from Maquoketa…
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Songs of Home | Loras College Choirs

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

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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Illustrative Drawing Workshop | Instructor James Tenney

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Join us Saturday, November 23 as James Tenney shares his talent and instruction in an Illustration Workshop. No experience is necessary -- this workshop is for all ages and abilities.…
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Progress in Pastel | Mary Moye-Rowley

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

View Mary Moye-Rowley's artwork during December 2024 and January 2025 in the South Gallery at Maquoketa Art Experience You can see more of Mary's work here An Artists Reception with…
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Art Work | Eastern Iowa Art Society

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Member artists from the Eastern Iowa Art Society (EIAS) will have their work on display at Maquoketa Art Experience during the months of December 2024 thru January 2025.  An Artists…
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3rd Annual Winter Craft & Vendor Show

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

  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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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…
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YOUTH (& ADULTS) CREATE: Barn Board Painting Session 2

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

YOUTH (& ADULTS) CREATE: Barn Board Painting Session 2 We have added another opportunity to takethe Barn Board Painting Workshop!  Cost: $20.00 per personAges: 9 – AdultThis session will be held…
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Landscape Oil Painting Workshop

2-Day Landscape Oil Painting Workshop - For Beginners and Intermediate Artists Dates: Saturday, March 22, 9 AM - 4 PM and Sunday, March 23, 10 AM - 3 PM Join…
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Mindful Relaxation Through Creativity for 5-8 Year Olds

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

During this class, children will explore the practices of mindfulness using movement (yoga), literature, positive affirmations (mantras), games and crafts. We will emphasize that mindfulness is a way to keep…
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Coffeehouse Featuring Local Talent

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

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…
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Home and Away | Laura Larabee Exhibit

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Home and Away: Laura Larabee Exhibit Monticello artist, Laura Larabee, will have her paintings on display during the months of March and April, 2025. Her paintings will hang in the…
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Fantastic Flowers | 3-D Technique Quilting Demo

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Want to make a wall hanging or art quilt pop? See how to use floral wire to make 3-D elements creating a very exciting flower. Diane L. Murtha’s Contemporary Fiber…
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Great Plains Landscapes | Jenny Braig

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Join us to view Jenny Braig's collection of paintings during May and June, 2025. Jenny's artwork will be on display in the South Gallery and is free to the public…
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Brad Bisbey Art Exhibit

Maquoketa Art Experience 124 S Main St, Maquoketa, IA

Brad Bisbey will have his art on display in the Osterhaus Family Gallery at MAE during May & June 2025. Brad studied painting with Daniel Greene in Chicago and currently…
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