April 11, 7–10pm
Join us for an unforgettable night where creativity, community, and connection come together in celebration of the KIA’s rich history and exciting future.
Tickets: $100
Includes entry for 1 person, up to 4 cocktail tastings, and hors d’oeuvres.
Immerse yourself and travel through the decades
Move through the museum on a journey of sound, art, and experiences with music from every era, intimate gallery time, and interactive art moments brought to you by the Kirk Newman Art School.
What to Expect
Specialty Cocktails, Savory Hors D’oeuvres, Delectable Sweets
Enjoy cocktails created for Centennial: REMIX by Dabney & Co. and Stamped Robin. Try savory hors d’oeuvres from Greenleaf Hospitality, and delectable sweets curated by Meraki Charcuterie with delicacies from Kalamazoo’s Dessert First.
Music from Every Era and a Tribute Presentation
Be entertained by Kalamazoo’s own instrumental “Django” jazz ensemble The Birdseed Salesmen, then enjoy a curated musical mix from the 1960s to today by DJ Bobby Laughlin. See the presentation of a 100 Year Anniversary Tribute to the KIA from Representative Julie Rogers.
Gallery Time
Enjoy intimate gallery time throughout the evening for exploration of the current exhibitions Sourced from the ‘Zoo, Young Artists of Kalamazoo County, An Infinite Constellation of Love by JooYoung Choi, and the permanent collection.
Art Demonstrations with Kirk Newman Art School Featured Artists
Julie Devers
Studio 3 – Ceramic Studio
Julie Devers joined the KNAS faculty in 2001 and is now the Head of the Ceramics Department. In 2004 Julie assumed the oversight and management of the KIA’s Anagama Kiln which fires twice a year, an incredibly rare and unique opportunity for KNAS students and artists. Julie is a ceramicist, teacher, artist and owner of Newgrange Pottery. You can see and connect with Julie in her natural habitat as she creates and talks about her work in KNAS Studio 3.
Brent Harris
Studio 1 – Sculpture Studio
Brent Harris, friend and colleague of the late Kirk Newman, joined the KNAS in 2019 and is now the Head of 3D Media & School Safety. He is a transdisciplinary artist, teacher and owner of “Art of Life and Death” which incorporates end of life work, nature based rights of passage, and creative art making/storytelling. Connect with Brent in his element and be inspired by his use of materials as he shares more about his work and creative practice in KNAS Studio 1.
Experience additional demonstrations throughout the building with Kirk Newman Art School Faculty and Artists Charles Coates (print making), Gayle Reyes (rope making), and Emily Wohlscheid (spinning).
Special thanks to our Host Committee: Sonya Bernard-Hollins, Sheila Bridenstine, Diane Eberts, Maya and Michael Nashef, and Olivia Oosterbaan.
Centennial: REMIX Platinum Sponsor
Thank you to Centennial: REMIX Friends of the Centennial Sponsors:
Tickets: $100
Ticket price includes entry for 1 person, up to 4 cocktail tastings, and hors d’oeuvres.
Image Credits:
William Eege, Oostburg, 1979, handmade paper. Collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts; Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Frederick P. Nause, 1980/1.29
Marion Post Wolcott, Jitterbugging in a Juke Joint on a Saturday Night, Clarksdale, Mississippi, 1939, gelatin silver print. Collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts; Permanent Collection Fund, 2003.5.
Chiaki Shuji, Sky Flow II, 2007, etching, aquatint, drypoint. Collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts; Joy Light East Asian Art Acquisition and Exhibition Fund, 2015.22.