The first meeting of the Maxey Rifleman's Black Powder Club was called to order on July 14, 1984 by acting chairman, Larry Jackson who was then elected President. Others elected were: Gary Jack Ingram, Vice President; Nancy Jackson, Secretary; Susan Thompson, Treasurer; and Murray Jackson, Tournament Chairman. There were 23 members as of the first meeting, and by March of 1985, the club's membership had reached 80. 

Over time, Black Powder was dropped from the name of the club, and the club was incorporated in November of 2002 as the Maxey Rifleman Gun Club, Inc. 

Shooting activities vary over time with the interests of club members. The monthly International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) matches are the most attended. Additionally, the club sponsors the local 4-H Club Shooting Team, supports the Boy Scouts of America marksmanship program and conducts Women's Firearms Safety Classes.

The club's firing range is located 2 miles from Loop 286 on CR 32500 at FM 79 in Paris, Texas.