Maquoketa Public Library
🏢 Jackson County · Maquoketa, Iowa
Maquoketa Public Library
Maquoketa Public Library anchors the county seat of Jackson County — a city named for the Native American word for 'Bear River' — with evening hours Monday through Thursday, a dedicated History Room for genealogy research, and a Books on Wheels delivery service for homebound residents.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–7pm |
| Thursday | 9am–7pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 126 South 2nd Street, Maquoketa, IA 52060
Phone: (563) 652-3874
Website: maquoketa.lib.ia.us
Plus Code: 86JF389M+65 (Maquoketa, IA)
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📖 About Maquoketa Public Library
Maquoketa Public Library serves Maquoketa, Iowa, the county seat of Jackson County in the state's northeastern corner, with a population of about 6,128. The city's name derives from a Native American term meaning 'Bear River,' and it has served as county seat since 1873 after the seat transferred from nearby Andrew. The library at 126 South 2nd Street is the community's central resource for books, magazines, newspapers, digital media, and local history. It features a History Room with genealogy materials, Jackson County newspaper microfilm including the Jackson Sentinel and Maquoketa Sentinel Press, a microfilm machine, and a high-speed photo scanner for digitizing family photos. The library runs a Books on Wheels program delivering materials to homebound patrons, holds children's storytimes on Sundays, two active book clubs meeting in the Community Room, a Crochet Chat series at Maquoketa Brewing, and a Memory Cafe for individuals experiencing memory challenges. Its catalog at maquoketa.insigniails.com connects patrons to the full collection online.
⭐ What makes this library special
- History Room with genealogy materials, Jackson County newspaper microfilm (Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa Sentinel Press), plus a microfilm machine and photo scanner for public use
- Open until 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for after-work and evening visits
- Books on Wheels delivery service for homebound patrons across Jackson County
- Dedicated Community Room available for meetings, book clubs, and the monthly Memory Cafe
- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library enrollment for children ages 0–5 in the service area
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Maquoketa cardholders access eBooks, audiobooks, and research databases free through Iowa's statewide digital collection:
📚 Services
- History Room with genealogy collection, microfilm, and photo scanner
- Community Room reservations for meetings and programs
- Books on Wheels delivery for homebound patrons
- Public computers, printing, faxing, and free Wi-Fi
- Interlibrary loan and proctoring service
- Children's services, teen services, and adult reading programs
- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library — free book mailing for children ages 0–5
- Ask a Librarian reference service
🎸 Programs
- Children's Story Time — every Sunday 10:30–11 a.m.
- Fireside Book Club — monthly evening meetings in the Community Room
- Lunchtime Book Club — monthly midday meetings
- Crochet Chat — monthly drop-in crafting at Maquoketa Brewing
- Memory Cafe — monthly gathering for individuals with memory challenges and caregivers
- Summer Reading Program
📍 Nearby Libraries in Eastern Iowa
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the History Room at Maquoketa Public Library?
The History Room is a dedicated space for local history and genealogy research, housing Jackson County newspaper microfilm (including the Jackson Sentinel and Maquoketa Sentinel Press), a microfilm machine, and a high-speed photo scanner available for public use. You can reserve the room for a block of time or call the library at (563) 652-3874.
Does Maquoketa Public Library deliver books to homebound residents?
Yes. The Books on Wheels program delivers library materials to patrons who are homebound or unable to visit in person. Contact the library at (563) 652-3874 or email director@maquoketa.lib.ia.us to learn more about enrolling.
What are the library's evening hours?
The library is open until 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, making it convenient for after-work and after-school visits. Friday hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–2 p.m., and the library is closed Sunday.
What is the Memory Cafe at Maquoketa Public Library?
The Memory Cafe meets monthly in the library's Community Room and welcomes individuals experiencing memory problems along with their care partners. It is a social, supportive gathering — no registration required.
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