Free Thursdays at the KIA
Enjoy free admission and extended hours until 8pm on Thursdays, thanks to generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.
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Sustainable Reading: The Great KIA Book Swap
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesAs part of our community collaboration around the Sourced from the ‘Zoo exhibition, the KIA is hosting several Thursday evening events centered around selected exhibition themes. On April 10, join us for a free book swap in celebration of the themes of literature and sustainability! Bring your gently-used books to the KIA for this special swap…
Centennial: REMIX
Mix it up with the KIA as we celebrate 100 years of connecting people with art! Travel through the decades at Centennial: REMIX! Enjoy a vibrant evening of prohibition-era cocktails, light bites, and a cash bar, all while moving through the museum for a journey of sound, art and experience. Immerse yourself in music from…
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Art Detectives: Meet Me at the Art Museum
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United Statesby David Goldin This month, Art Detectives will join Stub, the museum ticket, as he guides us through the art museum, uncovering the secrets behind what happens inside. Afterward, we’ll explore the KIA’s galleries and craft our own museum to take home Please note: This program will use a different room and therefore can accommodate…
Motawi Tileworks Trunk Show
Shop a selection of more than 100 art tiles crafted in Ann Arbor, with many one of-a-kind designs. At 1pm, hear from special guest Nawal Motawi, who will talk about the art and science of producing tiles and their latest work. Many tiles will be offered including current, prototypes and rarities. About Motawi Tileworks: Motawi…
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesDrop in on Sundays between 1:30 - 2:30pm and have conversations with docents who can provide information and answer questions about the artwork in the KIA’s collection. Find the docents on the lower level of the museum’s galleries.
ArtBreak: Sourced from the ‘Zoo: Epic Explorations
Black Arts and Cultural Center 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesDuring this ArtBreak, we again venture beyond the campus of the KIA to visit community partners in the Sourced from the ‘Zoo exhibition! This time, we will be visiting the Black Arts and Cultural Center and the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo for gallery walkthroughs! Come explore the Sourced from the ‘Zoo submissions on display…
Book Discussion: The House in the Cerulean Sea
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United Statesby TJ Klune This heartwarming fantasy novel follows Linus Baker, a government worker at the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. Linus is tasked with a special assignment to visit a mysterious orphanage on a secluded island, where six magical children—each with unique and dangerous abilities—are cared for by their enigmatic guardian, Arthur Parnassus. Linus…
Free Thursdays at the KIA
Enjoy free admission and extended hours until 8pm on Thursdays, thanks to generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.
Artful Evening: Wellness and Personal Enrichment Sampler
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesOne of the themes from Sourced from the ‘Zoo explores self-care and well-being. This event invites you to drop in and sample different activities at your own pace to find lasting habits that can contribute to a healthier, more balanced life. With activities led by several Kirk Newman Art School instructors, you’ll have opportunities to…
ArtBreak: Kirk Newman Art School Resident Talks
Virtual Event
Get to know the Kirk Newman Art School’s 2024-2025 resident cohort! In this virtual ArtBreak series, each resident will speak about their work and inspiration, sharing insights about their residencies and aspirations for the future. Our 2024-2025 residents are: Mariah Donmyer, Lexington Fate, Lilly Mattern, Haley McFall, Madison McKenzie, Olivia Stier, and Michael Trimboli. All resident…
KIA Tiny Art Show
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesIn celebration of the Sourced from the 'Zoo exhibition, we are turning the spotlight onto you! All are welcome to stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library on Saturday, April 19th from 11am-3pm to make a miniature masterpiece. Use a 3 x 3 canvas and acrylic paints to create a tiny work of art to…