Free Thursdays at the KIA
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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Gallery Shop Artist Feature: Peggy Orosz-Boslar & David Boslar
Gallery Shop Artist Feature: Peggy Orosz-Boslar & David Boslar
During select Free Thursdays at the KIA, we're highlighting artists from the Gallery Shop. On May 29, Peggy Orosz-Boslar and David Boslar will share their beautiful lampwork, jewelry, and fused glass vessels.
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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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Gallery Gathering: Family Exploration of An Infinite Constellation of Love
Gallery Gathering: Family Exploration of An Infinite Constellation of Love
Explore the magical world of JooYoung Choi’s immersive installation, An Infinite Constellation of Love, on view in the Joy Light Gallery. This special Gallery Gathering is designed especially for young museumgoers and their caregivers. Gallery stools will be available. After the Gallery Gathering, stay for Family Night activities, and make your own artwork inspired by…
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Family Night at the KIA
Family Night at the KIA
Bring the whole family for an exciting evening of art exploration and creativity! Discover JooYoung Choi’s vibrant exhibition, An Infinite Constellation of Love, where her imaginative world and playful characters celebrate diversity and the power of community connections. Start the night off with a family-friendly Gallery Gathering from 5:30 to 6:00pm. From 6:00 to 8:00pm…
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2025 KIA Arts Fair
2025 KIA Arts Fair
Summer begins with the 74th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo, June 6–7, 2025. Please click here for more info about the 2025 KIA Arts Fair.
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2025 KIA Arts Fair
2025 KIA Arts Fair
Summer begins with the 74th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo, June 6–7, 2025. Please click here for more info about the 2025 KIA Arts Fair.
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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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Artist’s Talk with Holly Roberts
Artist’s Talk with Holly Roberts
During this Artful Evening talk, artist Holly Roberts will speak about her body of work created over the past 40 years, tracing her development as a pioneer in the world of altered photography. Mary Statzer, Curator of Prints and Photographs at the University of New Mexico Art Museum, has written, “Holly Roberts’ contribution to the…
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Wonder Walk: Light and Movement
Wonder Walk: Light and Movement
Let’s explore Leo Villareal’s exhibition to see how he brings his artwork to life with light and movement.
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.
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Book Discussion: Scarlet in Blue
Book Discussion: Scarlet in Blue
by Jennifer Murphy At 15 years old, Blue is ready to leave a life spent on the run with her eccentric artist mother, Scarlet. For too long, Blue and Scarlet have been hiding from HIM, a shadow man Blue has never actually seen. Landing in South Haven, Michigan, they find a welcoming community, but Scarlet’s…
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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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Juneteenth Family Afternoon
Juneteenth Family Afternoon
Join the KIA as we remember Juneteenth, which is a holiday that commemorates the abolishment of slavery in the United States. Participate in various activities, like guided tours of African American artists, drop-in low-mess art activities, and more.
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Artful Evening: WMAS Juror’s Talk with Dr. Hubert Massey
Artful Evening: WMAS Juror’s Talk with Dr. Hubert Massey
Join us for an inspiring evening with acclaimed Detroit artist Dr. Hubert Massey, the 2025 juror for the West Michigan Area Show. Massey is renowned for his large-scale public murals and frescoes, which often celebrate the rich cultural history of Michigan and its people. Massey will share insights from his distinguished career, exploring his creative…
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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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Summer Jams
Summer Jams
Looking for a space to share your music, poetry, or spoken word? Or just want to enjoy a night of local talent, creativity, and community? Summer Jams is a three-part summer series at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), designed to bring people together through live performances and artistic expression. Each night will feature a…
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.
1 event,
Free Thursdays at the KIA
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.
1 event,
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Drop 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.