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The Jackson County Historical Society, a private non-profit corporation based in Maquoketa, Iowa, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Jackson County. Operating two sites, including the County Museum and La Motte Depot, the society offers visitors a glimpse into the area's fascinating history through exhibits, artifacts, and educational programs. With a focus on agricultural heritage, industrial innovation, and local pioneers, the society's research library within the Clinton Engines building serves as a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and history enthusiasts alike. From the Hurstville Lime Kilns to the Penningroth Machine Shed, visitors can explore the stories and achievements that have shaped Jackson County's past and present. Generated from the website

HistoryThis 1890's building needed a major renovation when it was purchased in 2016. The former Harvest Moon Art Gallery and Customer Framing Shop closed 10 years earlier and the building had decayed tremendously. Needing an area to sell our 500 signed number prints, we planned for an art studio and art consignment area. During renovations, it was suggested that we include antiques and teach yoga. We complied and came up with our name and business logo. The yoga flourished and had to move off site, The community submitted many wonderful antique and vintage items on consignment so we needed to expand. Despite the wonderful resources dedicated to the art studio, our busy community found little time to engage in classes. In January of 2017, we closed our art studio and extended the antique and vintage items throughout our building space. Today, we have a wonderful, classy display of antique, vintage and art items to delight our visitors. Stop in and check us out!SpecialtiesWe are an antique and art consignment business with unique items sourced mostly through the local region. Our Customers say we are a