At the KIA, we offer tours tailored to each age group; each experience is inspired by the current exhibition and/or permanent collection. (During covid-19, the maximum group size is 20; we look forward to welcoming large groups soon).
Grades PreK-12
Early Learner Tours (max. group size 30)
Adult & College
Our active schedule of changing exhibitions means groups have a new experience with each visit.
Accessible Tours
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is accessible and visitors of all ages and abilities are welcome.
Additional Tours
Sunday Public Tours
Sunday Public Tours are currently on pause out of the interest of the safety of our community. We look forward to holding tours again soon!
Self-Guided Groups
Please schedule your visit in advance to avoid conflicts with other groups.
Pre K-12 school groups are free. Regular museum admission applies to adult and college groups.
School and Home Groups
Qualifying Kalamazoo County K-8 school groups pay only $25 for busing costs with a Transportation Rebate through KRESA EFA.
Group Tour FAQs
- Enjoy a fun, low-cost social activity!
- Get to know your art museum and its treasures on a new level.
- Interact and engage with real works of art.
- Enrich many areas of school curriculum.
- Art is for everyone! Touch Art Tours for visitors with low vision and Connections Tours for adults with memory loss are available.
Schedule guided or self-guided visits 3 to 4 weeks in advance.
School tours are free. College and adult tours $2+ museum admission ($5 for adults, $2 for students with ID).
Minimum: 10
Maximum: 60
1 adult per 10 students please.
Tuesdays – Fridays, 11 am to 5 pm.
School tours with hands-on projects: Tuesday – Friday, 10 am to 12 pm
1 hour unless otherwise specified.
The KIA is handicapped accessible. Wheelchairs available upon request.