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# Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Art is for Everyone

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## Posts

- [Annual Gala](https://www.kiarts.org/annual-gala/)
- [Inside Steinway: Photographs by Christopher Payne](https://www.kiarts.org/inside-steinway-photographs-by-christopher-payne/) - New York photographer Christopher Payne is one of the few artists who has been granted access to the Steinway & Sons piano factory in Astoria, New York. His photographs not only document the process of manufacturing the world-renowned grand pianos, but they reveal the deep commitment and finely tuned craftsmanship exemplified by Steinway’s long-time employees. In describing
- [Impressions: Selections from Stewart & Stewart](https://www.kiarts.org/impressions-selections-from-stewart-stewart/) - Located in Bloomfield Hills, Stewart & Stewart is one of only a handful of contemporary print publishers in the Midwest. The exhibition highlights at least one work by each of the 30 artists who have come to Michigan from 1980 to 2012 to create fine prints at the printmaking facility. Artists represented include Janet Fish,
- [2017 West Michigan Area Show Award Winners](https://www.kiarts.org/2017-west-michigan-area-show-award-winners/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts has announced award winners sharing more than $5,000 in awards – including a $1,000 grand prize – in the 2017 West Michigan Area Show (WMAS). The awards were presented during the March 3 Art Hop at the KIA. A juried exhibition, the WMAS drew entries by established and emerging artists from a 14-county region.
- [2017 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/2017-high-school-area-show/) - The 36th annual High School Area Show features 109 works by 90 artists chosen from a field of 318 entries submitted by artists from 25 schools from Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. For the fourth year, the exhibition partnered with 6th Congressional District to select a representative in the Congressional
- [Nina Belle Ward: A Lady and a Girl, in Black and in Pink](https://www.kiarts.org/nina-belle-ward/) - A prolific painter of landscapes, towns, and harbors, artist Nina Belle Ward (1885-1944) was also a talented figure painter. As a student at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (PAFA) from 1907-1912, she would have studied under famous portrait artists such as William Merritt Chase and possibly Cecilia Beaux. Records show that Ward showed numerous
- [Gallery One/Lobby](https://www.kiarts.org/gallery-one-lobby/) - Room Capacity 350 standing / 150 seated Description Bathed in natural light, Gallery one/The Lobby is an elegant space that can be used in conjunction with the Auditorium to host larger groups or on its own for special gatherings. The Soaring Barrel ceiling and beautiful Chihuly sculpture complete this awe inspiring space. A suitable venue
- [$600,000+ in Scholarships Awarded in High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/600000-in-scholarships-awarded-in-high-school-area-show/) - The 36th annual High School Area Show features 109 works by 90 artists chosen from a field of 318 entries submitted by artists from 25 schools from Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. For the fourth year, the exhibition partnered with 6th Congressional District to select a representative in the Congressional
- [2018 WMAS Winners Announced](https://www.kiarts.org/2018-wmas-winners-announced/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts has announced award winners sharing more than $6,000 in awards — including a new, $1,000 prize for a Portage-based artist — in the 2018 West Michigan Area Show (WMAS). The awards were presented Thursday, May 24 at the KIA. A juried exhibition, the WMAS drew entries by established and emerging artists from a
- [2019 West Michigan Area Show Announced](https://www.kiarts.org/2019-west-michigan-area-show-announced/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts has announced award winners sharing more than $6,000 in awards in the 2019 West Michigan Area Show (WMAS). The awards were presented Friday evening, May 17 at the KIA. A juried exhibition, the WMAS drew entries by established and emerging artists from a 14-county region. Artists and award winners were selected

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.kiarts.org/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts’ mission is to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan. We believe the arts are for everyone. They inspire, fulfill, and transform.
- [Plan Your Visit](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/plan-your-visit/) - View hours and admission for the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), located in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- [Free July at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/july/) - Galleries, events, and programs for you to enjoy with free admission all month long at the KIA.
- [Membership](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/individual-membership/) - Join our community of art enthusiasts by becoming a member today.
- [UNFRAMED: Soirée](https://www.kiarts.org/unframed/) - Join us on October 17 for a spectacular evening as we honor Jim and Carol Carter and raise vital funds for the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
- [Student Groups & ArtLabs](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/museum-tours/school-tours/) - Student Groups and ArtLabs The KIA is happy to welcome educators and students for interactive guided tours of the galleries. Our volunteer docents engage with students to explore art through careful looking, active discussion, and meaningful connections while encouraging them to express their own points of view. Student Group Details Pre-K-12 tours are free. Please
- [Docents](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/) - Make a meaningful impact in your community when you join our team of docents.
- [KIA Press Room](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/press/) - Recent Press Releases Find updates on the KIA’s exhibitions and events below. Since 1924, the KIA has offered its visitors the opportunity to enjoy and create art. The KIA’s permanent collection holds more than 4,600 objects across a wide spectrum of media, and the museum presents 10-15 exhibitions annually in its ten galleries. In addition
- [For the People, By the People: America at 250 Exhibition Opens at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-for-the-people/) - For the People, By the People: America at 250 Exhibition Opens at the KIA KALAMAZOO—June 24, 2026 Flo Ngala, Hot Girl Summer, 2020, color digital print. Collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts; Elisabeth Claire Lahti Fund, 2020.41. For the People, By the People: America at 250 looks to the nation’s milestone as an opportunity to
- [Dakota Mace Artist Statement](https://www.kiarts.org/dakotamace/) - Artist statement for Dakota Mace: https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DakotaMaceStatement.mp3
- [Whitney M. Young](https://www.kiarts.org/whitneymyoung/) - Whitney M. Young, executive director of the National Urban League, speaks at the annual Urban League banquet at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center in 1970. https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/WhitneyYoung.mp3
- [Donor Wall](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/donors/) - Thank you to our 2025-2026 Partners, Sponsors, and Director’s Circle Members.
- [Bonus Tracks](https://www.kiarts.org/bonustracks/)
- [Adopt a Work of Art](https://www.kiarts.org/adopt-a-work-of-art/) - Adopt a grouping of iconic works from the KIA’s remarkable collection. Play a direct role in preserving and supporting important pieces for future generations.
- [Dawoud Bey Artist Statement](https://www.kiarts.org/dawoudbey/) - About the Birmingham series (2014): September 15, 1963. On this day, in Birmingham, Alabama, the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church killed four young African American girls: Addie Mae Collins, aged fourteen, Denise McNair, aged eleven, Carole Robertson, aged fourteen, and Cynthia Wesley, aged fourteen. Several hours later, two young African American boys: Johnny Robinson, aged
- [2026 Exhibition Announcement](https://www.kiarts.org/2026-exhibition-announcement/) - The KIA is excited to announce six new exhibitions through the end of 2026 celebrating America, Imagination, and Art for Everyone. 2025 West Michigan Area Show. 2026 West Michigan Area Show May 29, 2026 – September 27, 2026 This crowd-pleasing annual juried exhibition featuring artists of West Michigan was carefully curated from more than 300
- [Gallery Shop](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/gallery-shop/) - Home to countless pieces of fine art, artisanal objects, and art prints, our gallery shop is a great place to explore.
- [Artists in the Park](https://www.kiarts.org/arts-fair/artists/) - View 2026 Artist MapView Artist List 2-D MIXED MEDIA D9 Watercolors by R Butler – Rebecca Butler K6 Fletcher Dean Art – Fletcher Dean E16 Lora Garcelon Art – Lora Garcelon H3 Bear Howe C1 Alexa Karabin & Jason Kleiner H6/7 Prom Kumar Artworks Inc – Promila Kumar & Vijay Kumar E3 Geniene Inspirational Art
- [2026 People's Choice Award](https://www.kiarts.org/vote/) - People’s Choice Award Voting has ended! Winners will be announced on the Peregrine Stage at 10am Saturday.
- [KIA Arts Fair 2026](https://www.kiarts.org/arts-fair/) - A 2-day, juried art show, June 5 & 6 in Bronson Park in downtown Kalamazoo.
- [Registration Info & School Policies](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/registration-info-school-policies/) - If you're interested in pursuing art classes at the KIA's art school, we encourage you to submit the forms on this page.
- [Press Release: KIA 2026 West Michigan Area Show Awards Announcement](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-wmas-awards/) - KIA 2026 West Michigan Area Show Awards Announcement KALAMAZOO—June 3, 2026 The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show at the KIA. This crowd-pleasing annual juried exhibition was carefully curated from more than 500 submitted entries, ranging from paintings, prints, and photos to mosaics, ceramics,
- [Plan Your Arts Fair Visit](https://www.kiarts.org/arts-fair/plan-your-visit/) - See the schedule of events for the 74th annual KIA Arts Fair.
- [Press Release: The KIA Announces Six New Exhibitions through the End of 2026](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-new-exhibitions/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Announces Six New Exhibitions through the End of 2026 KALAMAZOO—May 20, 2026 Whether visitors are drawn to contemporary fashion, regional creativity, Japanese ceramics, reflections on the American experience, or explorations of animals in art and culture, the KIA’s 2026 season offers fresh points of view and lasting impressions. “Art museums
- [Donate](https://www.kiarts.org/donate/) - A donation to the KIA helps us to provide free educational programs for all ages, expand our educational offerings, preserve our world-class permanent collection, and welcome new and diverse audiences.
- [Join & Give](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/) - If you appreciate fine art and would like to support your local art museum, we encourage you to look into opportunities at the KIA.
- [Press Release: The KIA Arts Fair Returns for Milestone 75th Year!](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-arts-fair-may/) - The KIA Arts Fair Returns for Milestone 75th Year KALAMAZOO—May 14, 2026 The KIA Arts Fair in Bronson Park will feature nearly 150 fine artists in 12 distinct mediums presenting their jaw dropping, one of a kind works of fine art to collect, wear, and use. Throughout Friday and Saturday you can partake in strolling,
- [Traveling Exhibitions](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/exhibitions/traveling-exhibitions/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts curates a range of traveling exhibitions to showcase fine art to a wider area.
- [Past Exhibitions](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/exhibitions/past-exhibitions/) - If you're looking for fine art exhibitions in Kalamazoo, KIA has featured - and continues to feature - several prominent collections.
- [Exhibitions](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/exhibitions/) - Now on ViewFrom Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East AsiaMarch 28, 2026 - July 12, 20262026 West Michigan Area ShowMay 29, 2026 - September 27, 2026For the People, By the People: America at 250June 27, 2026 - October 4, 2026Upcoming ExhibitionsResilience—A Sansei Sense of LegacyAugust 8, 2026 - November 1, 2026Among the
- [Donate](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/give/) - If you would like to make a monetary or material donation to the art museum at the KIA, we promise you that your gift will make a difference.
- [Shop](https://www.kiarts.org/shop/)
- [Press Release: A KIA Masterpiece Travels to NYC](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-frankenthaler/) - A KIA Masterpiece Travels to New York City for Exhibition: Helen Frankenthaler: The Moment and the Distance KALAMAZOO—May 5, 2026 On View at Gagosian in NYC April 30 – July 2, 2026 Code Blue, the large-scale Helen Frankenthaler Abstract Expressionist painting from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts’ permanent collection, was meticulously dismounted, packaged, and shipped
- [Sightlines Magazine](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/sightlines-magazine/) - View art class schedules, upcoming events, family programming, and exhibition info in Sightlines, the official quarterly publication of the KIA.
- [Annual Fund](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/give/annual-fund/) - Your generosity ensures that art is for everyone.
- [Scholarships](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/scholarships/) - Committed to assisting the next generation of artists, the KIA offers generous art scholarships to provide funding to upcoming art students.
- [Wellness](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/wellness-2/) - In addition to traditional art classes, the KIA offers classes on yoga and other wellness-related topics.
- [Director's Circle Event](https://www.kiarts.org/directorscircle/) - As a thank you for your continued support of the KIA, please save the date for the Director’s Circle event this summer. Join fellow champions of the arts for a special evening of connection and celebration. Wednesday, August 5, 2026 • 5:30–8:30pm Guests will be welcomed with a cocktail reception, followed by a seated dinner.
- [Sculpture](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/sculpture/) - At the KIA, we offer a wide range of fine art classes, from traditional painting to in-depth sculpture classes, we have one for you.
- [Accessible Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/accessible-arts-2/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts offers a range of accessible art classes, art tours, and more at our fine art museum.
- [Ceramics](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/ceramics/) - At the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, we offer ceramics art classes and lessons for beginners, novices, and experienced artists.
- [Creative Writing & Language](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/creative-writing-language/) - At the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, we offer creative writing classes to help you establish and polish fundamental writing skills.
- [Creative Practice](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/creative-practice/) - Spring ART MARKET PREP Hank Mattson / Multi-Purpose Classroom Sun 5/3 12-3pm / 1-day $65 / Members: $45 The art fair season is here! Prepare with a class that covers art market applications, how to professionally package and present your work, and tips for staying organized. Whether you are just getting started as a festival
- [Drawing & Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/drawing-painting/) - If you're interested in improving your drawing and painting skills, the KIA offers a range of art classes and art lessons to help.
- [Fiber Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/fiber-arts/) - When you want to explore the world of fiber arts, including knitting and weaving, the KIA offers a selection of classes to assist.
- [Glass](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/glass/) - When it comes to glass art, the art teachers at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts offer a series of art classes to teach you the basics.
- [Jewelry](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/jewelry/) - As the area's go-to source for fine art classes, the KIA offers our students a number of jewelry classes covering a range of topics.
- [Printmaking](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/printmaking/) - If you're interested in Kalamazoo art classes, the KIA has classes on printmaking, digital media, photography, and much more.
- [Photography & Digital Media](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/photography-digital-media/) - As the premier source in Kalamazoo for photography classes, the KIA can help students at all skill levels, from novice to expert.
- [unframed](https://www.kiarts.org/unframed-2/)
- [Youth Art Camp](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/youth-art-camp/) - If you're looking for a summer activity for your child, the KIA offers a youth art camp and kids art classes.
- [UNFRAMED: Soirée](https://www.kiarts.org/unframed-2025/) - UNFRAMED: Soirée will return on October 17, 2026. More info coming soon! See below for photos of UNFRAMED: Soirée from October 2025, where we honored Joy and Tim Light and raised vital funds for the KIA. You can still support the KIA by making a donation in honor of Joy & Tim Light. Support the
- [2026 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/west-michigan-area-show/) - West Michigan Area Show Call for Entries Local artists from 14 West Michigan counties can submit their art for a chance to be juried into the show. More than $6,000 will be awarded and entries can range from paintings, prints, and photos to mosaics, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and mixed-media works. The 2026 West Michigan Area
- [1- & 2-Day & Visiting Artist Workshops](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/1-2-day-visiting-artist-workshops/) - By hosting teaching artists from across the country, the KIA is able to introduce locals to unique, stunning art from all over the country.
- [Residency Program](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/residency-program/) - The KIA is committed to supporting local artists and, through our residency program, provides space and funding for them to grow.
- [Press Release: From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia Opens at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-from-cobalt/) - From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia Opens March 28 at the KIA KALAMAZOO—March 25, 2026 From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia is an exploration of one of the most enduring and influential colors in global art history. Spanning centuries of Chinese and Japanese creativity, the exhibition
- [Future: REMIX](https://www.kiarts.org/remix/) - March 20, 2026: Grab your favorite kicks for the next REMIX event at the KIA inspired by Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks.
- [Press Release: KIA Arts Fair Returns for Milestone 75th Year](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-75th-kia-arts-fair/) - The KIA Arts Fair Returns for Milestone 75th Year KALAMAZOO—March 23, 2026 The KIA Arts Fair Returns for Milestone 75th Year! June 5 & 6, 2026 Friday 3–8pm and Saturday 9am–5pm Kick off summer with the 75th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in beautiful Bronson Park, located on the corner of Park and South
- [Schedule](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/) - View our schedule of art classes in ceramics, painting, jewelry, ceramics, glass, printmaking, and more.
- [Press Release: KIA's James Denison to Appear on Jeopardy!](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-james-denison-jeopardy/) - The KIA’s James Denison to be a contestant on Jeopardy! KALAMAZOO—March 4, 2026 The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is proud to share that James Denison, PhD, Postdoctoral Curatorial Fellow at the KIA, will appear as a contestant on Jeopardy! on Friday, March 6, from 7:30–8:00 p.m. A native of the Washington, DC, area and
- [General Groups](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/museum-tours/guided-group-tours/) - General Groups Tours are available for groups of 4 or more people. This docent-led tour will be an hour in length and include several works from the KIA’s permanent collection or special exhibition. A knowledgeable docent will guide you through close looking and discussions to gain an in-depth understanding of the artwork. Guided tour fees
- [College Groups](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/college/) - For adult and college-aged art museum tours, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts can work with you to create a memorable experience.
- [Press Release: Hands On Event Returns](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-hands-on-2026/) - Hands On Event Returns to the Kirk Newman Art School at the KIA KALAMAZOO—March 2, 2026 Thinking of taking a class at the KIA? Want to make, take, and experience a range of creative projects all in the same night? Join us on Friday, March 6, from 6 to 9pm for Hands On, a fun,
- [Art Donation](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/give/art-donation/) - At the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, we are always interested in reviewing and receiving art donations.
- [Art at Home](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/art-at-home/) - When you want to explore fine art and art classes, there's no better way than by working with the team at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
- [Student Exhibitions](https://www.kiarts.org/student-exhibitions/) - The KIA exhibits the Young Artists of Kalamazoo County show in March, and the High School Area Show in April.
- [KNAS Hands On Event](https://www.kiarts.org/knas-hands-on-event-2024/) - Kirk Newman Art School Hands On Event 2026 Friday, March 6, from 6 to 9pm Thinking of taking a class at the KIA? Want to make, take, and experience a range of creative projects all in the same night? Join us on Friday, March 6, from 6 to 9pm for Hands On, a fun, fast-paced
- [Job Opportunities](https://www.kiarts.org/job-opportunities/) - Since 1924, the KIA has offered its visitors the opportunity to enjoy and create art. The KIA’s permanent collection holds more than 4,600 objects across a wide spectrum of media, and the museum presents 10-15 exhibitions annually in its ten galleries. In addition to its exhibition spaces, the museum houses the KIA Gallery Shop, which
- [Seasonal](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/creative-lifestyle/)
- [Member Appreciation Week](https://www.kiarts.org/member-appreciation-week/) - Celebrating our incredible members with a week of community and creativity.
- [Volunteer](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/volunteer/) - Volunteering at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is a rewarding way to spend your time and make an impact.
- [Upjohn Mason Grandchildren Interactive Gallery](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/grandchildren-gallery/) - The Upjohn Mason Grandchildren Interactive Gallery is located on the lower level of the KIA. The gallery is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. This area invites hands-on play and creative exploration for everyone. With its relaxed atmosphere, this learning space encourages visitors to express their creativity, ponder new ideas,
- [Art Library](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/art-library/) - The Meader Fine Arts Library offers a wealth of information on the items in our art museum's collection, as well as countless others.
- [Home with Events](https://www.kiarts.org/home-events/) - Events Today Now Now - 7/16/2026 July 16 Select date. List of events in Photo View Free Thursdays at the KIA Jul 9 Free Thursdays at the KIA 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Gallery Gathering: West Michigan Area Show Jul 9 Gallery Gathering: West Michigan Area Show 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Wonder Walk: Storytelling
- [KNAS Holiday Art Sale 2025](https://www.kiarts.org/knas-holiday-art-sale-2025/) - Kirk Newman Art School Holiday Art Sale 2025 2025 Holiday Art Sale • December 4, 5, 6 The 52nd Annual Holiday Art Sale features one-of-a-kind artworks created by students and faculty available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting the artists and the Kirk Newman Art School. Over 100 artists participate in the Holiday Art Sale
- [Virtual Shoes](https://www.kiarts.org/virtualshoes/) - FUTURE NOW: VIRTUAL SHOES Tap to explore a virtual shoe: Nada Marina Hanada Akvo
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County Info for Teachers](https://www.kiarts.org/yakc-teachers/) - Panels All 2-D work must be attached to a KIA-approved panel. The panels are available for purchase at the KIA for $9 each. Teachers are welcome to reuse their panels from last year if they are in good condition. Panels will be stacked on top of each other before they are hung in the gallery.
- [Press Release: The Annual Holiday Art Sale is Almost Here](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-art-sale-2025/) - Kirk Newman Art School Annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA KALAMAZOO—November 11, 2025 Holiday Art Sale Hours Thursday, December 4, 4-8pm–Members’ Night Friday, December 5, 4-8pm–Open to the Public Saturday, December 6, 9am-3pm–Open to the Public Come celebrate the 52nd annual Holiday Art Sale at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), featuring one-of-a-kind artworks
- [Press Release: Reginald Dwayne Betts to Visit the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-betts/) - Reginald Dwayne Betts, Founder of Freedom Reads, to Visit the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts KALAMAZOO—November 6, 2025 How can paper pave the way to freedom? On November 12-13, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) and community partners will explore this question and many others as they host a series of programs with poet, lawyer, and
- [Rentals & Private Events](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia/) - When planning your next gathering, consider the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts as we're in an iconic location and surrounded by beauty.
- [Reginald Dwayne Betts in Kalamazoo](https://www.kiarts.org/betts/) - Reginald Dwayne Betts is a poet, lawyer, and the Founder and CEO of Freedom Reads, an initiative to radically transform access to literature in prisons. The author of a memoir and five collections of poetry, Betts is a MacArthur Fellow and has been awarded fellowships from Harvard’s Radcliffe Institute of Advanced Study, the National Endowment
- [Children & Teens](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/children-teens/) - When you're looking to enroll your child in kids art classes, you can count on the KIA to offer a class that appeals to their interests.
- [Press Release: Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks Opens February 7 at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-future-now/) - Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks New exhibition opens February 7, 2026 at the KIA KALAMAZOO—October 9, 2025 Mr. BaileyOctopus Shoe, 2018. Collection of Mr. Bailey. Image courtesy of Mr. Bailey. The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is thrilled to present the groundbreaking exhibition Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks from February 7
- [History](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/history/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts has a long, rich history of creating opportunities for the local community to appreciate and engage with art.
- [Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/collection/) - When looking for the best sculpture, ceramic, and painting collections in Kalamazoo, KIA showcases work from a range of artists.
- [Press Release: Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper Opens October 4](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-washi-transformed/) - Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper New exhibition opens October 4, 2025 at the KIA KALAMAZOO—September 29, 2025 Eriko Horiki, Washi Light Object TANE, 2017, Washi paper and resin mold, light fixture (steel), Image courtesy of the artist, © Eriko Horiki. The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts presents Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper
- [Board of Directors](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/board-of-directors/) - The board of directors at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is committed to spreading knowledge, love, and appreciation of art.
- [Planned Giving](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/give/planned-giving/) - If you're looking to leave a legacy, planned gifting allows you to support our art museum and art exhibitions in larger ways.
- [Educator Resources](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/educator-resources/) - If you're an art teacher at the KIA or seeking to teach art classes with us, we've collected a number of essential resources here.
- [Kalamazoo Nature Center](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/kalamazoo-nature-center/) - Fall
- [Press Release: Ink Rhapsody: The Art of Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-ink-rhapsody/) - Ink Rhapsody: The Art of Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong New exhibition opens July 12, 2025 at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts KALAMAZOO—July 8, 2025 Li Xiongcai, Bird and Mountain, 1991, ink and color on paper. Collection of Joy and Timothy Light. The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is proud to present Ink Rhapsody: The Art
- [Connect & Visit](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/) - If you're hoping to explore the world of art, the KIA is home to countless art exhibits and holds art events and art classes every year.
- [Press Release: Free July at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-free-july/) - Free July at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Enjoy free admission all month long as we celebrate 101 years! KALAMAZOO—July 1, 2025 The mission of the KIA is to promote and cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan. We believe the arts are for everyone; they inspire, fulfill, and transform.
- [Press Release: Leo Villareal: Interstellar](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-leo-villareal/) - Leo Villareal: Interstellar Opens June 6 KALAMAZOO—June 3, 2025 Leo Villareal, Pietersite Nebula, 2022, LEDs, acrylic, aluminum, electronics, custom software. 48 x 36 x 3 inches. Photo by Peter Clough, courtesy Pace Gallery New Exhibition opens during Arts Fair on June 6, 2025, at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Leo Villareal: Interstellar invites viewers into the immersive digital
- [Programs](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/programs/) - From art museum tours to ongoing art classes, the KIA offers a wealth of programs and opportunities for would-be artists and fans.
- [Kirk Newman Art School](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/) - With Kalamazoo's leading art teachers on staff, the KIA offers a range of art classes, art lessons, and more at our art school.
- [Sponsor](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/give/sponsor/) - Sponsorships are a great way to connect you and your organization with one of the region's premier cultural institutions.
- [About Kirk Newman Art School](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/about-kirk-newman-art-school/) - Staffed by a team of amazing art teachers, the Kirk Newman Art School offers a range of top-notch art classes.
- [Team Building](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/team-building/) - As a way to build camaraderie and encourage cooperation, there's no better option than participation in art classes and art events.
- [Centennial: REMIX](https://www.kiarts.org/centennial-remix/) - Mix it up with the KIA as we celebrate 100 years of connecting people and art.
- [Residency Program Application](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/residency-program/residency-program-application/) - Kirk Newman Art School Post Bachelor Residency Program Residency Application Form Applicant Name * Email * Phone * Website/URL Address * City * State * AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyoming Zip * Which department are you applying to? Ceramics Drawing and Painting Jewelry Photography and Digital Media
- [74th Annual KIA Arts Fair to Showcase over 120 Artists in Bronson Park](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-2025-arts-fair/) - 74th Annual KIA Arts Fair to Showcase over 120 Artists in Bronson Park KALAMAZOO—April 1, 2025 Kick off summer with the 74th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair on Friday, June 6, 3–8pm, and Saturday, June 7, 9am–5pm, in beautiful Bronson Park, located on the corner of Park and South Streets in downtown Kalamazoo. The
- [Single Product](https://www.kiarts.org/single-product/) - Continue Shopping View Cart
- [Sourced from the 'Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/sftz/) - A crowdsourced celebration of Kalamazoo and its people.
- [Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Presents Sourced from the 'Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-sftz/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Presents Sourced from the ‘Zoo KALAMAZOO—October 9, 2024 The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) together with the Black Arts and Cultural Center, Glass Art Kalamazoo, Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo Public Library, Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, The Space, and Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers is pleased to announce an open
- [Kalamazoo Institute of Arts to Host the Annual Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-holiday-sale/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts to Host the Annual Holiday Art Sale KALAMAZOO—October 22, 2024 The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) and Kirk Newman Art School (KNAS) are pleased to announce the 51st Annual Holiday Art Sale on December 5-7 featuring one-of-a-kind artworks available for purchase with all proceeds benefiting the KIA’s Kirk Newman Art School and KNAS
- [Artist JooYoung Choi to Visit Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-jooyoung/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Presents An Infinite Constellation of Love with JooYoung Choi’s Exhibition & Programs KALAMAZOO—February 22, 2025 JooYoung Choi, photo by Lawrence Knox This winter, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) invites visitors to step into a vibrant and otherworldly universe where love knows no bounds. An Infinite Constellation of Love, opening February 22 in
- [Art Resources](https://www.kiarts.org/art-resources/) - Interested in researching art in your personal collection? The Smithsonian American Art Museum has a list of helpful resources for research and care of your art. Other resources for researching your art include: ArtNet Artprice (subscription services available when used in the Mary and Edwin Fine Arts Library) AskART (subscription services available when used in the Mary and Edwin
- [Event Registration](https://www.kiarts.org/why-preregister/) - In the event that a program is modified, postponed, or cancelled, we reach out via email to all who have preregistered. If a significant change is made on short notice, your preregistration helps to ensure that you get the word from us in the most timely manner possible. Registering for programs in advance also helps our staff to
- [Our Centennial Year](https://www.kiarts.org/100-2/) - Celebrating our centennial year
- [Login](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/login/) - Log in to look at, download, and review the docent materials hosted by the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
- [Educate & Learn](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/) - As a resource for those looking to learn more about fine art, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts offers art schools, lessons, and more.
- [South Street Print Fest: The KIA's Steamroller Printmaking Event](https://www.kiarts.org/south-street-print-fest-the-kias-steamroller-printmaking-event/) - Check out photos from the event below! Saturday, September 28 • 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Thanks to everyone who joined us on Saturday, September 28 between for the KIA’s Steamroller Printmaking Day! This first-ever event for the KIA celebrated the art of printmaking and welcomed the community to witness how a large steamroller can
- [Legendary Voices Members' Preview Photos](https://www.kiarts.org/legendary-preview/) - The KIA is proud to present Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century, which opened with a Members' Preview on Friday, September 6.
- [Self-Guided Groups](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/museum-tours/self-guided-group-tours/) - We welcome individuals in groups who want to visit the KIA at their own pace.
- [Museum Tours](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/museum-tours/) - Year-round opportunities for all ages to explore the treasures that live right here in Kalamazoo.
- [ Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Presents Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-legendary/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Presents Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century KALAMAZOO—August 21, 2024 The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is proud to share Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century with the community. The KIA’s centennial year celebrations continue in Legendary Voices, which will be on view from Saturday, September 7, 2024 through
- [Clearly Indigenous Hands-On Event Photos](https://www.kiarts.org/clearly/) - Photos from the discussion and live glassblowing demonstrations during our daylong celebration of the Clearly Indigenous exhibition.
- [Kalamazoo Institute of Arts announces the appointment of the new Executive Director](https://www.kiarts.org/kalamazoo-institute-of-arts-announces-the-appointment-of-the-new-executive-director/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts announces the appointment of the new Executive Director Courtesy of the Figge Art Museum. Photo by Randy Justis. After an extensive, nationwide search led by a search committee comprising Board and Community members in cooperation with a talent acquisition firm, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is very excited to welcome
- [ Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Receives $1 Million Gift for the Kirk Newman Art School](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-knas-gift/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Receives $1 Million Gift for the Kirk Newman Art School KALAMAZOO—July 30, 2024 The KIA receives $1 Million Gift for the Kirk Newman Art School to invest in studio upgrades, safety, and equipment. The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is beyond thrilled to announce a $1 million gift from the Kirk
- [Clearly Indigenous Artists’ Exchange and Hands-On Exploration](https://www.kiarts.org/clearly-indigenous-artists-exchange-and-hands-on-exploration/) - Join us on Saturday, August 10 for a daylong celebration of the exhibition Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass, on view now at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! Special guests include curator Dr. Letitia Chambers as well as glass artists Dan Friday and Carol Lujan, whose works are included in the exhibition. The morning
- [Language](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/language/) - Fall
- [Business Partnerships](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/business-partnerships/) - Are you a member? Register HERE. Business Partnerships At the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, our mission is to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan. Business Partnerships are a great way to show your support, expand your network, and make an impact on our community as we celebrate the next 100 years
- [Language](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/schedule/language-2/) - Extend your communication skills by studying a new language like sign language.
- [Business Partnerships](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/business-memberships/) - Memberships to our art gallery and art museum are a great way to uniquely engage employees and support our mission.
- [Kalamazoo Institute of Arts to present the unprecedented exhibition  Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass](https://www.kiarts.org/press-release-clearly-indigenous/) - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts to present the unprecedented exhibition Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass May 18-August 18, 2024 KALAMAZOO—April 26, 2024 Raya Friday, Lattice Basket, 2017, Blown and sculpted glass, 13″ x 11″, Image courtesy of Raya Friday, Photograph by Raya Friday, © Raya Friday. Marvel at nearly 100 stunning glassworks that reveal
- [Annual Reports](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/annual-reports/) - To see the impact that the KIA's art exhibitions and art programs have had on the community, please view our annual reports.
- [Staff Directory](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/staff-directory/) - The team in charge of the art museum and art classes at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is committed to furthering our mission.
- [KIA In the News](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kia-in-the-news/) - ART BEAT LISTEN NOW » MORNING MIX LISTEN NOW »
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.kiarts.org/privacy-policy/) - Last updated: July 6, 2021 This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices for www.kiarts.org. This privacy notice applies solely to information collected by this website, except where stated otherwise. It will notify you of the following: What information we collect; With whom it is shared; How it can be corrected; How it is secured; How
- [KNAS Holiday Art Sale: The Encore!](https://www.kiarts.org/knas-holiday-art-sale-encore/) - KNAS Holiday Sale: The Encore! Shop local artwork highlighted from the Holiday Sale now through December 20. Mondays – Saturdays 11 am to 4 pm These images depict a sample of artwork from previous Holiday Art Sales and will not necessarily be what is available at this year’s sale.
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- [Happy 99th Birthday KIA!](https://www.kiarts.org/happy-99th-birthday-kia/) - Let’s celebrate together! Please give the KIA a special 99th birthday gift today to support our tradition of excellence in the arts. In honor of the occasion, museum admission on Sundays in July is only 99¢. Your generous donation makes this possible — keeping the arts accessible to all. Thank you for enabling the KIA
- [Artists List](https://www.kiarts.org/artists-list-map/) - 2-D Mixed Media D7 Corinne Roberts Grand Haven, MI E23 Keyon Lovett Swartz Creek, MI D4 Donna Vogtmann Kalamazoo, MI K9 Marshelia Williams Pontiac, MI C14 Salina Kalnins Tekonsha, MI A1 Alexa Karabin Kalamazoo, MI L1 Nicole Fitzgerald Menasha, WI G9 Erica Bradshaw Portage, MI G8 Laura Hendrie, Buchanan, MI C8 Xiao Xia Zhang Minich
- [Search Results](https://www.kiarts.org/search-results/) - search term Exhibitions Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 – DECEMBER 29, 2022 Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 – DECEMBER 29, 2022 Events Sally Sexton Kalmbach, Historian April 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am “Fierce Poise: Helen Frankenthaler and 1950s New York” by Alexander Nemerov April 19 @ 2:00
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- [Events](https://www.kiarts.org/events/)
- [Additional Resources](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/additional-resources/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is committed to arming students and docents with the resources they need to appreciate our art.
- [Docent Resources](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/docent-resources/) - The docents at the KIA are art museum volunteers tasked with introducing our art exhibitions to the community.
- [Adult Scholarship Application Form](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/scholarships/adult-scholarship-application-form-2/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts offers a number of beneficial, generous art scholarships to adult and youth artists.
- [Faculty](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/faculty/) - The staff at the art museum at the KIA, including our experienced art teachers, is committed to furthering art and artists in our community.
- [Collection Highlights](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/collection/collection-highlights/) - As Kalamazoo's premier art museum, the art collection at KIA is unparalleled in its depth and beauty.
- [The Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/collection/) - Hosting a massive collection of paintings, sculptures, and more, the KIA is the go-to destination for those seeking to appreciate fine art.
- [Explore & Discover](https://www.kiarts.org/explore-discover/) - Visit this page to take a deeper look at the art exhibitions and art collections on display at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
- [Diversity and Inclusion Policy](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/diversity-and-inclusion-policy/) - The vision statement of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is clear. “We believe the visual arts are for everyone. They inspire, fulfill and transform.” To fully achieve this vision, the KIA embraces the diversity that contributes to a healthy environment within our institution and also in the community which we serve. Therefore, diversity will
- [News](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/news/) - To stay current with all the latest happenings at the KIA's art museum and art school, we encourage you to browse our news.
- [KIA Accessibility Statement](https://www.kiarts.org/kia-accessibility-statement/) - Compliance status We firmly believe that the internet should be available and accessible to anyone, and are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstance and ability. To fulfill this, we aim to adhere as strictly as possible to the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 (WCAG
- [WMAS 2021 Slideshow](https://www.kiarts.org/wmas-2021-slideshow/)
- [Deals & Discounts](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/deals-discounts/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts regularly runs deals and discounts on classes, events, and much more.
- [Always Free to See](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/always-free-to-see/) - The art museum and art exhibits at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts are always free for community members to enjoy.
- [Accessibility](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/accessibility/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is steadfastly committed to creating a space and experience that all community members can enjoy.
- [Guidelines](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/guidelines/) - To view the rules and guidelines of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, we encourage you to visit this page.
- [Boardroom Two](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/boardroom-two/) - When you're planning a small gathering, Boardroom Two at the KIA is a great place with comfortable seating and a large workspace.
- [Chase Boardroom](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/chase-boardroom/) - The Chase Boardroom is a smaller, more intimate space ideally suited for interviews, dinner parties, and strategic planning sessions.
- [Boardroom One](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/boardroom-one/) - If you're in need of a new meeting place for your board meetings or networking groups, Boardroom One at the KIA is an excellent option.
- [Main Floor Galleries](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/main-floor-galleries/) - The Main Floor Galleries at the KIA's art gallery and art museum are a great place to host book, product, and company launches.
- [Multi-Purpose Classroom](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/multi-purpose-classroom/) - From art classes to corporate events, our Multi-Purpose Classroom is equipped with everything you need to host a successful event.
- [Courtyard](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/courtyard/) - For outdoor events, including private receptions and garden parties, the Courtyard at the KIA is an excellent choice.
- [School Commons](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/school-commons/) - For small gatherings, including team building and family get-togethers, the School Commons is a relaxing, intimate option.
- [Auditorium](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/auditorium/) - The Auditorium at the KIA is ideal for art fundraising events, corporate retreats, and other small, intimate gatherings.
- [Gallery One/Lobby](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/rent-the-kia-save/gallery-one-lobby/) - The Gallery One/Lobby at the KIA's art museum is an excellent place for a wedding venue, corporate gathering, or other event.
- [Directions & Parking](https://www.kiarts.org/connect-visit/directions-parking/) - When planning your visit to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, there's ample parking in the downtown area and directions make us easy to find.
- [Calendar](https://www.kiarts.org/calendar/) - Every month, the KIA organizes and holds a number of exciting art events and exhibitions to spread a love and appreciation of art.
- [Volunteer Application](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/volunteer/volunteer-application/) - If you'd like to volunteer at our fine art museum, we encourage you to fill out and submit the forms on this page.
- [Business Members](https://www.kiarts.org/join-give/business-memberships/business-members/) - As a business member of the KIA, you enjoy a wide range of benefits when it comes to visiting our art museum and enjoying our art exhibits.
- [Docent Resources Template](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/docent-resources-template/) - If you're interested in becoming a docent at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, please reach out to us today.
- [Research](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/research/) - If you're looking to learn more about fine art, we've collected a vast array of essential resources for you on this page.
- [Exhibitions](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/docents/exhibitions/) - The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is proud to showcase a selection of fine art in our art exhibitions and museum.
- [Children & Young Artists Scholarship Application Form](https://www.kiarts.org/educate-learn/kirk-newman-art-school/scholarships/children-scholarship-application-form/) - The KIA is firmly dedicated to furthering art, artists, and art appreciation, as evidenced by the scholarships we offer to young artists.
- [Highlight Reel](https://www.kiarts.org/highlight-reel/) - Take a closer look at what we're highlighting at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts this week, this month, and this year.
- [Join Our Newsletter Template](https://www.kiarts.org/join-our-newsletter-template/) - Add a touch of culture to your inbox JOIN OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
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## Products

- [KIA 100th T-shirt](https://www.kiarts.org/product/kia-100th-t-shirt/)
- [101 Legendary Selections from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/product/101-legendary-selections-from-the-kia-catalogue/) - For one hundred years, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) has served regional and national audiences as an art museum and community-based art school. This exciting publication details the museum’s history while presenting highlights from its collection of nearly five thousand artworks from the United States and around the world.
- [Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century](https://www.kiarts.org/product/unmasking-masculinity-for-the-21st-century-catalog/) - By Rehema C. Barber and Larry Ossei Mensah With Essays and Contributions by Jeff Chang, Omar López-Chahoud, Robert Paul Solomon, Anuradha Vikram, and Maurice O. Wallace An exhibition catalogue produced in tandem with the 2022 exhibition bearing the same title, which used artworks from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts’ collection, along with loans from across the United States, to explore the evolution of society’s perceptions about manhood, masculinity, and identity during the last five decades. Like the exhibition, which focused on five core pillars: Coming of Age; Performing Bodies & Identities; Power, Privilege, Perspectives; Representation & Belonging; and Sports & Masculinity, the Unmasking Masculinity catalogue offers various perspectives to challenge, debunk, and reframe previously accepted and currently held beliefs about masculinity while offering expanded ways of being, seeing, and talking about identity and our shared humanity.
- [Framing Moments: Photography from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/product/742215-framing-moments-photography-from-the-kia/) - With Essays and Contributions by Philip Brookman, Kalia Brooks Nelson, Belinda Tate, and Deborah Willis, PhD. Framing Moments: Photography from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts features selections of some of the most impactful images from the nearly 100 works featured in the similarly titled 2021 exhibition. Offering a distinct and inclusive overview of photography in the United States and beyond, Dr. Willis culled the KIA’s significant photography holdings ranging from the mid-nineteenth century to the present in search of how photographers have the unique ability to preserve moments, people, and places. Like the exhibition, the catalogue juxtaposes a diverse group of photographers who reveal everyday life across rural and urban communities, explore modern photographic aesthetics, document pivotal moments of social change and conflict, and present artists as both celebrities and ordinary people. Framing Moments spans time and history, international and regional with notable works featured by: Ansel Adams and Berenice Abbott to Gordon Parks and James VanDerZee to Barbara Crane and Danny Lyon to Dawoud Bey, Shirin Neshat, Cindy Sherman, and Lorna Simpson, among many others.
- [Art Music & Feminism in the 1950's](https://www.kiarts.org/product/art-music-and-feminism-catalog/) - With Essays and Contributions by Rehema Barber, James Denison, PhD., Michelle S. Johnson, PhD., Meagan McNeal, Katherine Ransbottom, Michael Ricker, Nancy Sjoka, Elizabeth Smith, and Belinda Tate Art, Music, & Feminism in the 1950s is an exhibition catalogue the expands upon the KIA’s 2023 exhibition that investigated the often-underestimated influences of women during the 1950s by exploring issues regarding gender roles, identity, and personal freedoms, revealing how women artists played a pivotal role in opening new pathways for women in the 1960s and beyond. Layered with insights into women’s impacts on 1950s literature and music, this catalogue reflects on how individually and collectively, these women’s voices were powerful testaments to the uniqueness of that era.

## Classes

- [Summer Art Camp #4 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8-2-2-3/)
- [Summer Art Camp #5 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5-2-2-2-2/)
- [VISITING ARTIST WORKSHOP WITH JULIA WHITNEY BARNES  / Cyanotype: Beyond Blue and White](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/visiting-artist-workshop-with-julia-whitney-barnes-cyanotype-beyond-blue-and-white/)
- [OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/oil-or-acrylic-painting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [BEGINNING PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-printmaking-3-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [BEGINNING PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-printmaking-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #6 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #6 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #6 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8-2-2-3-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #3 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #3 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #3 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2-2-2/)
- [PAINTING AS OBJECT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/painting-as-object/)
- [SCREEN PRINTING BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/screen-printing-2-3-2/)
- [RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/rigid-heddle-weaving-2-2-3/)
- [METAL GARDEN ART (B)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/metal-garden-art-2-2-2/)
- [PINCH POTS AND ORGANIC OBJECTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pinch-pots-and-hand-formed-vessels-2-2/)
- [FRENCH POUR S’AMUSER (FOR FUN)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/french-pour-samuser-for-fun-2-2-2-2/)
- [PET PORTRAITURE IN ACRYLIC PAINT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pet-portraiture-in-acrylic-paint/)
- [PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/photography-2/)
- [MATERIAL EXPLORATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/material-exploration-2-2/)
- [POTTER’S WHEEL: ATTENTION TO DETAIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/potters-wheel-attention-to-detail/)
- [PRESS MOLDED TILES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/press-molded-tiles/)
- [BRONZE FOUNDRY 2: THE POUR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bronze-foundry-1-the-creation-2/)
- [PUBLIC SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/public-sculpture/)
- [IPHONE PHOTO POSSIBILITIES!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/iphone-photo-possibilities-2/)
- [WATERCOLOR WITH EXPRESSION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-with-expression-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/)
- [WATERCOLOR WITH EXPRESSION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-with-expression-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/)
- [METAL GARDEN ART (A)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/metal-garden-art-2-2-2-2/)
- [EARTHENWARE BOWLS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-slab-building-with-red-clay-2/)
- [CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creatures-great-and-small/)
- [AROUND THE WORLD IN CLAY / Grades 4-8](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/around-the-world-in-clay-2/)
- [FASHION ILLUSTRATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-fashion-illustration-2/)
- [FUN IN THE SUN WITH CYANOTYPES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fun-in-the-sun-with-cyanotypes/)
- [CLAY ON THE WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/clay-on-the-wheel-3-2-2-2/)
- [DRAWING AND PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-and-painting-2-2-2-2/)
- [CLAY ON THE WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/clay-on-the-wheel-2-2-2-2/)
- [THE ART OF DRAWING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-art-of-drawing-2-2-2/)
- [ART EXPRESSION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/art-expression-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [THE AFTERLIFE OF FOUND OBJECTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-afterlife-of-found-objects/)
- [COSPLAY COSTUME FABRICATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cosplay-costume-fabrication/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: WELDED METAL SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/welded-metal-sculpture-independent-study-2-2-2-2/)
- [BRONZE FOUNDRY 1: THE CREATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bronze-foundry-1-the-creation/)
- [BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE METAL FABRICATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-and-intermediate-metal-fabrication-2/)
- [BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE CASTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-casting-2/)
- [ADVANCED LAPIDARY ARTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-lapidary-2-2/)
- [WOVEN WIRE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/one-wire/)
- [COLD CONNECTIONS FOR JEWELRY & SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cold-connections-for-jewelry-sculpture/)
- [FOLD FORMING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fold-forming/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO KILN ENAMELING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-kiln-enameling/)
- [MIXED MEDIA FIGURE DRAWING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/life-gesture-drawing/)
- [FIGURE SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/figure-sculpture/)
- [FUNCTIONAL AND DECORATIVE SPOON MAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spoon-making/)
- [BETTER HANDLES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/better-handles/)
- [DARTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/darting/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: ANAGAMA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/anagama-2-2/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: FULL SPECTRUM COLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-full-spectrum-color-2/)
- [ON THE WALL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/on-the-wall/)
- [SIMPLE HANDBUILDING WITH BISQUE MOLDS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-handbuilding-2/)
- [EXPLORING RAKU](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/raku-alternative-low-fire-3-2-2/)
- [SECTIONAL VESSELS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/decanting-vessels/)
- [WRITING FICTION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-fiction-2-2-2/)
- [WRITING MEMOIR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-memoir-2-2/)
- [WRITING IN THE WILD](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-in-the-wild/)
- [COFFEE & ARTIST RESUMES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/coffee-artist-resumes/)
- [INTRO TO EMBROIDERY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sheer-snowflake-embroidery/)
- [FABRIC DYEING FOR QUILTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fabric-dyeing-for-quilting/)
- [SUMMER STEAMROLLER PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-steamroller-printmaking-workshop/)
- [MULTI-COLOR WATERCOLOR WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/multi-color-watercolor-woodblock-printmaking-continuing-study/)
- [WATERCOLOR WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-woodblock-printmaking/)
- [FINE ART GEL PLATE PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fine-art-gel-plate-printing/)
- [INTERMEDIATE RELIEF PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-relief-printing-2/)
- [BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE SCREENPRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-screenprinting-2/)
- [INTRO TO LITHOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/kitchen-sink-lithography/)
- [INTERMEDIATE PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-printmaking-4-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [INTERMEDIATE PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-printmaking-4-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [BOTANICAL CYANOTYPES WITH ENCAUSTICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/botanical-cyanotypes-with-encaustics/)
- [ALTERNATIVE PHOTO PROCESS / CYANOTYPE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/alternative-photo-process-cyanotypes/)
- [CREATIVE FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-flower-photography-2/)
- [EXPLORING ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/exploring-architectural-photography/)
- [EXPLORING ABSTRACT PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/exploring-abstract-photography/)
- [LIGHT ANYWHERE: PORTABLE FLASH FOR REAL-WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/light-anywhere-portable-flash-for-real-world-photography/)
- [CAMERA BASICS: MOVING PAST AUTO MODE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/camera-basics-moving-past-auto-mode-3-2-2/)
- [THE DIGITAL DARKROOM PART 1: THE BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-digital-darkroom-part-1-the-basics/)
- [COLOR FILM PROCESSING & SCANNING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/color-film-processing-scanning/)
- [TRADITIONAL BLACK AND WHITE FILM AND PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/traditional-black-and-white-film-and-printing-2-3-2-2-2-2/)
- [TRADITIONAL BLACK AND WHITE FILM AND PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/traditional-black-and-white-film-and-printing-2-3-2-2-2/)
- [FANTASTIC FIBULA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fantastic-fibula/)
- [TEMPTING TITANIUM](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/tempting-titanium/)
- [NO SOLDER SETTINGS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/no-solder-settings/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY:  JEWELRY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-jewelry-2-2/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO LAPIDARY STONE CUTTING FOR CABOCHONS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-lapidary/)
- [BEGINNING JEWELRY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-jewelry-4-2-3-3-3-3-2/)
- [BEGINNING JEWELRY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-jewelry-4-2-3-3-3-3/)
- [INTRO TO SPINNING: SPINDLE TO WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spinning-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/)
- [FLOOR LOOM WEAVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/floor-loom-weaving-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-3-2/)
- [FLOOR LOOM WEAVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/floor-loom-weaving-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-3/)
- [WEAVING SHOELACES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/weaving-shoelaces/)
- [MEDITATION, MINDFULNESS AND MUDRAS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/meditation-mindfulness-and-mudras/)
- [PILATES WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pilates-workshop/)
- [SOUND BATH: THE FLOW OF CREATIVITY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sound-bath-the-flow-of-creativity/)
- [YOGA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/yoga-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [FRENCH POUR S’AMUSER (FOR FUN)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/french-pour-samuser-for-fun-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [SIGN LANGUAGE WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sign-language-3-2-2-2-2/)
- [WHAT IT MEANS TO ME: EKPHRASTIC WRITING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/36776/)
- [WRITING POETRY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-poetry-2-2-2-2/)
- [BULLET JOURNALING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bullet-journaling-2-2/)
- [FRAMING WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/framing-workshop/)
- [WATERCOLOR AND MORE IN THE OUTDOORS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-and-more-in-the-outdoors-2/)
- [WATERCOLOR REALISM](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-realism-2-2/)
- [BEGINNING WATERCOLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-watercolor-2-2-2-2-3-2/)
- [BEGINNING WATERCOLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-watercolor-2-2-2-2-3/)
- [URBAN SKETCHING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/urban-sketching-2/)
- [BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/botanical-illustration/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: GRAPHITE AND COLORED PENCIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-graphite-and-colored-pencil-3-2-2/)
- [COLORED PENCIL TECHNIQUES IN REALISM](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/colored-pencil-techniques-in-realism/)
- [ADVANCED PRACTICES WITH COLORED PENCIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/advanced-colored-pencil/)
- [NATURAL SCIENCE ILLUSTRATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/natural-science-illustration/)
- [DRAWING BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-basics-2-2-4-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-4-2-2-2/)
- [DRAWING BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-basics-2-2-4-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-4-2-2/)
- [SODA FIRING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/atmospheric-soda-firing-2/)
- [RAKU & ALTERNATIVE LOW FIRE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/raku-alternative-low-fire-3-2-2-2/)
- [MAKE IT A SET, IN EARTHENWARE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/make-it-a-set-in-earthenware/)
- [INTERMEDIATE POTTER’S WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-potters-wheel-4-2-3-2/)
- [INDEPENDENT CLAY STUDIO](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-clay-studio-2/)
- [HANDBUILT VASES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handbuilt-vases/)
- [COPY CAT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/copy-cat/)
- [BEGINNING POTTER’S WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-potters-wheel-7-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2/)
- [BEGINNING POTTER’S WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-potters-wheel-7-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2/)
- [ANAGAMA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/anagama-2-2-2/)
- [ACCESSIBLE ARTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/accessible-arts-2/)
- [BEGINNING CERAMICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-ceramics-3-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2/)
- [BEGINNING CERAMICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-ceramics-3-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2/)
- [BEZEL SETTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/a-marriage-of-piercing-bezels/)
- [BROOCHES, BUCKLES AND BOLOS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/brooches-buckles-and-bolos/)
- [Young Artists Multimedia Art Camp (B) (Ages 11–16)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/young-artists-multi-media-art-camp-090-2-2/)
- [Young Artists Multimedia Art Camp (A) (Ages 11–16)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/young-artists-multi-media-art-camp-090-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp Ages 4-Kindergarten (C)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-ages-4-k-d-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp Ages 4-Kindergarten (B)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-ages-4-k-d-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp Ages 4-Kindergarten (A)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-ages-4-k-d/)
- [Summer Art Camp Ages 4-Kindergarten (D)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-ages-4-k-d-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #5 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #5 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8-2-2-3-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #4 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #4 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #2 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #2 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #2 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #1 Grades 1-5 (C) Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-2/)
- [Summer Art Camp #1 Grades 1-5 (B) Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-2-5/)
- [Summer Art Camp #1 Grades 1-5 (A) Full Day](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-art-camp-grades-1-5-1-2-3-4-8/)
- [SPRING BREAK ART CAMP GRADES 1-5 (A): FULL DAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spring-break-art-camp-082-2/)
- [SPRING BREAK ART CAMP GRADES 1-5 (B): MORNING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spring-break-art-camp-080-2/)
- [SPRING BREAK ART CAMP GRADES 1-5 (C): AFTERNOON](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spring-break-art-camp-081-2/)
- [ENCAUSTICS TECHNIQUES: TRANSFERS & PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/encaustics-techniques-transfers-painting-2/)
- [DRAWING PORTRAITS FROM LIFE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-portraits-from-life-3-2/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO FIBER ARTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-fiber-arts-2/)
- [ART MARKET PREP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/art-market-prep/)
- [CHARMING KEEPSAKE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/charming-keepsake/)
- [BEYOND THE BASICS WITH YOUR CAMERA AND FLASH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beyond-the-basics-with-your-camera-and-flash/)
- [HANDMADE PHOTO BOOK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handmade-photo-book/)
- [LIGHTROOM MOBILE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/lightroom-mobile/)
- [BEGINNING FUSED GLASS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/kiln-fused-glass/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: GRAPHITE AND COLORED PENCIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-graphite-and-colored-pencil-3-2/)
- [STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/still-life-photography/)
- [GREENHOUSE CREATIVITY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/greenhouse-creativity-2/)
- [PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN: COLOR THEORY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/color-theory-2-2/)
- [ASSEMBLAGE BOX AND BLOCKS WITH ENCAUSTICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/assemblage-box-and-blocks-with-encaustics/)
- [VISIBLE MENDING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/visible-mending/)
- [KNITTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/welcome-to-knitting-in-the-fall/)
- [WOVEN SHIBORI ON A RIGID HEDDLE LOOM](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/woven-shibori/)
- [SPINNING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spinning-2-2-3-2-2-2/)
- [SURFACE DESIGN FOR FABRIC](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/surface-design-for-fabric/)
- [TAPESTRY WEAVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/tapestry-weaving/)
- [RESOURCEFUL SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/imaginative-sculpture/)
- [BEFRIENDING DEATH: GRIEF AND MEMORIAL MAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/befriending-death-through-art-2/)
- [PINHOLE PHOTOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pinhole-photography/)
- [STONE SETTING THE ODD DUCK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/stone-setting-the-odd-duck/)
- [SCULPTING AND GLASS CASTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sculpting-and-glass-casting/)
- [FUSED GLASS SAMPLER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fused-glass-sampler-2/)
- [THE PURSUIT OF GROWTH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-pursuit-of-growth/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTICS; TRANSFERS & PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-encaustics-transfers-painting/)
- [MICHIGAN WILDLIFE IN SOFT PASTELS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/michigan-wildlife-in-soft-pastels/)
- [FIRING SAMPLER: WAYS TO FINISH YOUR WORK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/firing-sampler-ways-to-finish-your-work/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO FULL SPECTRUM COLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-full-spectrum-color/)
- [POTTER’S WHEEL: ATTENTION TO DETAIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/potters-wheel-attention-to-detail-2/)
- [SURFACE DECORATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/surface-decoration/)
- [SET THE TABLE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/tableware-set/)
- [THE ART OF DRAWING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-art-of-drawing-2-2/)
- [MATERIAL EXPLORATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/material-exploration-2/)
- [WOODLAND CREATURES IN ACRYLICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/woodland-creatures-in-acrylics/)
- [FUN WITH LOOSE WATERCOLOR PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fun-with-loose-watercolor-painting/)
- [ALLA PRIMA OIL PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/alla-prima-oil-painting/)
- [FELTED GEODE SCULPTURES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/felted-geode-sculptures/)
- [FUSED GLASS SAMPLER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fused-glass-sampler-2-2/)
- [WATERCOLOR MONOTYPE PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-monotype-printmaking/)
- [BLOCK PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/block-printing/)
- [POLYMER PHOTOGRAVURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/polymer-photogravure-3-2-2/)
- [PAINTING WITH LIGHT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/painting-with-light/)
- [SIGN LANGUAGE WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sign-language-3-2-2-2/)
- [ATMOSPHERIC FIRING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/atmospheric-firing-2/)
- [SHOE CHARMS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/shoe-charms/)
- [INTRO TO TORCH FIRED ENAMELING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-torch-fired-enameling-2-2/)
- [WATERCOLOR AND MORE IN THE OUTDOORS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-and-more-in-the-outdoors/)
- [PET PORTRAITS IN COLORED PENCIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pet-portraits-in-colored-pencil/)
- [PAINTING FUNDAMENTALS: ACRYLIC](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/painting-fundamentals-acrylic-2/)
- [MULTIMEDIA SKETCHBOOK DRAWING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/multimedia-sketchbook-drawing-2/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO PROCREATE®](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/digitally-illustrate-using-procreate-beginning-805/)
- [EGG TEMPERA PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/egg-tempera-painting-2-2/)
- [DRAWING BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-basics-2-2-4-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-4-2/)
- [DRAWING BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-basics-2-2-4-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-4/)
- [FLOWER + FORM](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/flower-form/)
- [SPINNING WITH A SUPPORT SPINDLE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spinning-2-2-3-2-2/)
- [ARASHI SHIBORI SILK SCARF DYEING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/arashi-shibori-silk-scarf-dyeing/)
- [ENCAUSTICS / OPEN STUDIO](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/encaustics-open-studio-2/)
- [PRICING YOUR WORK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pricing-your-work/)
- [THE HAND PAINTED PHOTOGRAPH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-hand-painted-photograph/)
- [THROWN AND ALTERED](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/thrown-and-altered/)
- [RED EARTHENWARE SAMPLER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/red-earthenware-sampler/)
- [CERAMIC JEWELRY WITH METAL ACCOUTREMENTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/ceramic-jewelry-earrings-pendants-beads-brooches/)
- [ADVANCING YOUR HANDBUILDING SKILLS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/advancing-your-handbuilding-skills/)
- [FABRIC DYE DAY WITH YOUR GROWNUP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fabric-dye-day-with-your-grownup/)
- [MY FIRST ART CLASS AGES 3–4 (WITH ADULT)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/my-first-art-class-ages-3-4-with-adult-3/)
- [EXPLORING MATERIALS IN SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/exploring-material-in-sculpture-2-2/)
- [METAL MOBILES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/metal-mobiles/)
- [BEYOND PAPER MACHÉ](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beyond-paper-mache/)
- [OXY-ACETYLENE AND ARC WELDING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/oxy-acetylene-and-arc-welding/)
- [PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/principles-of-design/)
- [CREATIVE NATURE JOURNALING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-nature-journaling/)
- [DESIGN, PRINT, AND CAST A RING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/3d-art-and-sculpture/)
- [DRYPOINT MANDALAS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drypoint-mandalas/)
- [MAKE AND TAKE ENAMEL EVENING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/make-and-take-enamel-evening/)
- [GARDEN FRESH GOODNESS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/garden-fresh-goodness/)
- [SUPPORT SPINDLE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-drop-spindle/)
- [SASHIKO](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sashiko/)
- [NATURAL DYEING: REDS AND PURPLES!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/natural-dyeing-yellows-blues-greens/)
- [INTRO TO DROP SPINDLES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-drop-spindles/)
- [PHOTOSHOP: STYLE AND CREATIVITY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/photoshop-style-and-creativity/)
- [SLAB BUILDING WITH STONEWARE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/slab-building-with-stoneware/)
- [HAIKU LETTERPRESS PRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/haiku-letterpress-printing/)
- [GYOTAKU PRINTS IN A FISHBONE BOOK / BOOK ARTS WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/gyotaku-prints-in-a-fishbone-book-book-arts-workshop/)
- [DESIGN BASICS FOR TEXTILE ARTISTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/design-basics-for-textile-artists/)
- [BLIZZARD FOLDER WITH ZINES / BOOK ARTS WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/blizzard-folder-with-zines-book-arts-workshop/)
- [EMBROIDERED COLLAGE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/embroidered-collage/)
- [FOLDED PHOTO IMAGES / BOOK ARTS WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/folded-photo-images-book-arts-workshop/)
- [AMULET BAG WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/amulet-bag-workshop/)
- [KURINUKI AND TEA BOWL WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/kurinuki-and-tea-bowl-workshop/)
- [PUMPKIN FLORAL ARRANGEMENT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pumpkin-floral-arrangement/)
- [CYANOTYPE AND COLLAGING NEGATIVES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cyanotype-and-collaging-negatives-2/)
- [VALENTINES WITH GEL PLATES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/holiday-cards-with-gel-plates-2/)
- [HOOKED ON CLASPS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/hooked-on-clasps/)
- [GERMAN CONVERSATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/german-conversation/)
- [CREATIVE SLAB BUILDING WITH RED CLAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-slab-building-with-red-clay/)
- [CREATIVE SLAB BUILDING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-slab-building/)
- [EXTRUDING CLAY SAMPLER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/extruding-clay-sampler/)
- [WELDING FOR THE ARTIST](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/welding-for-the-artist/)
- [INDIGO DYEING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/indigo-dyeing/)
- [SMARTPHONE VIDEOGRAPHY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/smartphone-videography/)
- [HOLIDAY COMPOTE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/holiday-compote/)
- [NARCISSUS BLUMEN GARDEN](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/narcissus-blumen-garden/)
- [HOLIDAY MANTELPIECE SWAG](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/holiday-mantelpiece-swag/)
- [CUFFS, BRACELETS AND BANGLES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cuffs-bracelets-and-bangles/)
- [METAL ROD SCULPTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/35601/)
- [CYANOTYPE ON FABRIC](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cyanotype-fabric-3d-form/)
- [DAHLIAS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/dahlias/)
- [SCREEN PRINTING: T-SHIRTS AND FABRICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/screen-printing-t-shirts-and-fabrics/)
- [KILN ENAMEL BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/kiln-enamel-basics-2/)
- [HANDMADE HOLIDAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handmade-holiday/)
- [COPPER AND BEADED WALL HANGINGS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/copper-and-beaded-wall-hangings/)
- [SOFT AND OIL PASTELS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/soft-and-oil-pastels/)
- [JUNK JOURNALS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/junk-journals/)
- [COLLABORATIVE WORKSHOP WITH THE KALAMAZOO BOOK ARTS CENTER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/collaborative-workshop-with-the-kalamazoo-book-arts-center/)
- [GETTING READY FOR WINTER KNITTING…](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/planning-for-summer-knitting-2/)
- [ROCK LOOM WEAVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/rock-loom-weaving/)
- [INDIA INK PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/india-ink-plein-air-landscapes/)
- [DESIGN SEMINAR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/design-seminar-2/)
- [EARTH-CAST MOBILES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/earth-cast-mobiles/)
- [GLAZING WITHOUT FEAR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/glazing-without-fear/)
- [BOOKMAKING WITH LIGHTROOM CLASSIC](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-lightroom-2-2/)
- [DRAWING MICHIGAN WILDLIFE WORKSHOP SERIES: BIRDS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-michigan-wildlife-workshop-series-birds/)
- [SHIFU](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/shifu/)
- [HANDSPUN BUBBLES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handspun-bubbles/)
- [TEXTURAL COPPER EARRINGS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/textural-copper-earrings/)
- [BUDGETING 101 FOR ARTISTS AND CREATIVES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/budgeting-101-for-artists-and-creatives-2/)
- [BEFRIENDING DEATH: CYCLES OF LIFE AND DEATH IN NATURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/30496/)
- [BEGINNING WELDING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-welding/)
- [INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/japanese-woodblock-printmaking/)
- [BEGINNING JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/watercolor-woodblock-printmaking-2/)
- [KEUM-BOO](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/keum-boo/)
- [CREATING A SET WITH THE HYDRAULIC PRESS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creating-a-set-with-the-hydraulic-press/)
- [DYE & STITCH: ABSTRACT FABRIC COLLAGE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/dyeing-wool-fabric-fibers/)
- [PLANNING FOR SUMMER KNITTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/planning-for-summer-knitting/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY: LIFE DRAWING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-life-drawing/)
- [LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY AT THE KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/landscape-photography-at-the-kalamazoo-nature-center/)
- [MIXED MEDIA IN PAINT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/mixed-media-in-paint/)
- [CALLIGRAPHY: COPPERPLATE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/calligraphy-copperplate/)
- [STONE SETTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bullet-tongue-stone-settings/)
- [MASKS, GLASS & STEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/masks-glass-steel/)
- [CONSIDER THE SOURCE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/consider-the-source/)
- [WHAT MAKES A GOOD CUP?](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/what-makes-a-good-cup-2/)
- [ENCAUSTIC EXPLORATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/encaustic-exploration-night-out/)
- [SIMPLE ACCORDION BOOKS / BOOK ARTS WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/book-arts-workshops-simple-accordion-books/)
- [IMAGE TRANSFER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/image-transfer/)
- [PIT FIRED PINCH POTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/pit-fired-pinch-pots/)
- [RED EARTHENWARE STUDIO](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-containers-in-red-clay/)
- [MUD IN THE MORNING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/mud-in-the-morning/)
- [INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-japanese-woodblock-printmaking/)
- [CREATING OUR STORIES, ACCORDION STYLE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creating-our-stories-accordion-style/)
- [HOLIDAY CARDS WITH GEL PLATES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/holiday-cards-with-gel-plates/)
- [CORN TASSEL WREATH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/corn-tassel-wreath/)
- [ALTERNATIVE PHOTO PROCESS / GUM BI-CROMATE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/alternative-photo-process-gum-bi-cromate/)
- [FABRICATIONS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fabrications/)
- [ALTERNATIVE SETTINGS AND CONNECTIONS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/alternative-settings-and-connections/)
- [SILVER STACKING RINGS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/silver-stacking-rings/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO COLORED PENCIL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/painting-with-colored-pencils-and-solvents-907-2/)
- [DRAWING MICHIGAN WILDLIFE: OWLS AND SNAKES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-michigan-wildlife-owls-and-snakes/)
- [ENJOYING TRANSPARENT WATERCOLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/enjoying-transparent-watercolor/)
- [ALL ABOUT CLAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/all-about-clay-2-2/)
- [PRINTMAKING AT HOME](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/printmaking-at-home-2/)
- [PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES FOR ARTISTS: FINDING ARTISTS; OPPORTUNITIES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/professional-practices-for-artists-finding-artists-opportunitiess/)
- [THE PAINTED WORD](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-painted-word/)
- [OPEN MODELING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/open-modeling/)
- [BLIZZARDS!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/blizzards/)
- [STORY VESSELS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/story-vessels/)
- [NATURE SKETCHING IN CLAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/nature-sketching-in-clay/)
- [POWDER COATED PENDANTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/powder-coated-pendants/)
- [ZINE WORKSHOP!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/zine-workshop/)
- [CYANOTYPE PATCHES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/cyanotype-patches/)
- [MAKE METAL STAMPS!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/make-metal-stamps/)
- [COLORED PENCIL BASICS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/colored-pencil-basics/)
- [DINNERWARE IN FULL COLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/dinnerware-in-full-color/)
- [MONUMENTAL SCULPTURE TECHNIQUES: PART 2](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/monumental-sculpture-techniques-i-2/)
- [STUD EARRINGS: MOTHER’S DAY MAKE!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/stud-earrings-mothers-day-make/)
- [MOKULITO (WOOD LITHOGRAPHY)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/mokulito-wood-lithography/)
- [PATINA ALCHEMY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/patina-alchemy/)
- [SPANISH CONVERSATION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-spanish-online-2-2/)
- [INDEPENDENT STUDY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/independent-study-2-2/)
- [GARDEN ART-FUSED GLASS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/garden-art-fused-glass/)
- [SCULPTING, PRINTING AND PAINTING  MINIATURES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sculpting-miniatures-for-3d-printing/)
- [SPRING FLOWERS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spring-flowers/)
- [PRECIOUS METAL CLAY: FAMILY NECKLACE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/precious-metal-clay-family-necklace/)
- [BEADING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beading/)
- [INTRO TO PRECIOUS METAL CLAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-precious-metal-clay/)
- [BEGINNING CERAMIC SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-ceramic-sculpture/)
- [ADVANCED POTTER’S WHEEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/advanced-potters-wheel-2/)
- [BOTANICAL PRINTMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/botanical-printmaking/)
- [PRINTMAKING AT THE KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/printmaking-at-the-kalamazoo-nature-center-2/)
- [PRINTING FUROSHIKI](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/printing-furoshiki/)
- [TAXIGAMI ELEPHANT HEADS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/taxigami-elephant-heads-workshop/)
- [JAPANESE PAPERMAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/japanese-papermaking/)
- [DECONSTRUCTING THE NUDE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/deconstructing-the-nude/)
- [MINDFUL ORIGAMI](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-art-of-origami/)
- [FALL WREATH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fall-wreath/)
- [HANDBUILT HAND TOOLS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handbuilt-hand-tools/)
- [FALL ARRANGEMENT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fall-arrangement/)
- [FALL SWAG](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/fall-swag/)
- [BRACELET CUFF WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bracelet-cuff-workshop/)
- [INTRO TO METAL CLAY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intro-to-metal-clay/)
- [RAISING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/raising/)
- [POETRY AND FLASH FICTION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/poetry-and-flash-fiction/)
- [MORDANÇAGE Visiting Artist Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/mordancage-visiting-artist-workshop/)
- [SPINNING COTTON](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/spinning-cotton/)
- [ANIMAL PORTRAIT PAINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/animal-portrait-painting-2/)
- [WRITING FOR ARTISTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-for-artists-2/)
- [DEFINING A SIGNATURE STYLE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/defining-a-signature-style/)
- [ADVANCED CERAMIC STUDIO ](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/advanced-ceramic-studio/)
- [UNDERSTANDING MATERIALS & GLAZES (A)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/understanding-materials-glazes-3/)
- [MINDFULNESS MOVEMENTS FOR ARTISTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/mindfulness-movements-for-artists/)
- [PRECIOUS METAL CLAY – STERLING SILVER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/precious-metal-clay/)
- [WRITING WITH FOUND FORMS  ](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/writing-with-found-forms/)
- [NEEDLE FELTING OR DRY FELTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/needle-felting-or-dry-felting-2/)
- [Visiting Artist HANDMADE BUTTONS: The Dorset Crosswheel](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handmade-buttons-the-dorset-crosswheel/)
- [BEGINNING JEWELRY (teens)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/beginning-jewelry-5/)
- [PERFECT POUR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/perfect-pour/)
- [SUMMER AND WINTER: THE WEAVE STRUCTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-and-winter-the-weave-structure/)
- [STUDIO LIGHTING FOR SMALL OBJECTS AND STILL LIFES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/studio-lighting-for-small-objects-and-still-life-809/)
- [STENCIL AND STITCH A STORY!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/stencil-and-stitch-a-story/)
- [SOFT AND OIL PASTEL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/soft-pastels-oil-pastel-2/)
- [SELF-PORTRAITURE AND SELF-EXPRESSION](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/self-portraiture-and-self-expression/)
- [SCULPTING NATURE IN PAPIER MACHE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sculpting-nature-in-papier-mache/)
- [NAALBINDING MITTENS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/naalbinding-mittens/)
- [MONUMENTAL SCULPTURE TECHNIQUES 2](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/monumental-sculpture-techniques-2/)
- [MYTH AND MASK MAKING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/myth-and-mask-making/)
- [LEAVING MARKS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/leaving-marks/)
- [INTRODUCTION TO CERAMIC SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/introduction-to-ceramic-sculpture/)
- [HANDSPUN NOVELTY YARNS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/handspun-novelty-yarns/)
- [GLASS PANEL AND  CANDLE SHIELD-FUSED GLASS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/glass-panel-and-candle-shield-fused-glass/)
- [DRAWING BASICS II WORKING WITH COLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/drawing-basics-ii-working-with-color-953-2/)
- [SUMMER EARRING DESIGN CHALLENGE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/summer-earring-design-challenge/)
- [THREE-PLY HARMONY](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/three-ply-harmony/)
- [WEEKEND CRASH COURSE: HOW TO SPIN YARN.](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/weekend-crash-course-how-to-spin-yarn/)
- [WILD CLAY WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/wild-clay-workshop/)
- [WOOLEN VS WORSTED SPINNING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/woolen-vs-worsted-spinning/)
- [CREATIVE CUP INTENSIVE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/creative-cup-intensive/)
- [BOTANICAL WINTER WONDERLAND](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/botanical-winter-wonderland/)
- [BRONZE PMC](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bronze-pmc/)
- [STAMP CARVING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/stamp-carving/)
- [GRANNY SQUARE KERCHIEF OR SHAWL](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/granny-square-kerchief-or-shawl/)
- [SUMINAGASHI: JAPANESE FLOATING INK MONOPRINTING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/suminagashi-japanese-floating-ink-monoprinting/)
- [COLLAGE / MIXED MEDIA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/collage-mixed-media/)
- [CURVACEOUS CUFFS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/curvaceous-cuffs/)
- [BOWL AND SUNCATCHER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bowl-and-sun-catcher-kiln-fused-glass-402/)
- [BLUE, BLACK AND WHITE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/blue-black-and-white/)
- [HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/holiday-ornaments-2/)
- [BUILDING AN ABSTRACT NARRATIVE IN A BODY OF WORK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/building-an-abstract-narrative-in-a-body-of-work/)
- [DECALS, START TO FINISH](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/decals-start-to-finish/)
- [NATURE FORAGING AND SCULPTURE-MAKING WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/nature-foraging-and-sculpture-making-workshop/)
- [Batik with Handmade Stencils](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/batik-with-handmade-stencils/)
- [PAINT AND POUR 21+](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/paint-and-pour-21-968-2/)
- [BIRD WATCHERS WATERCOLORS CLASS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/bird-watchers-watercolors-painting-970/)
- [3-D GLASS SCULPTURE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/3-d-glass-sculpture/)
- [TOOLING TOOLS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/tooling-tools/)
- [MACRAME SAMPLING](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/macrame-sampling-2/)
- [PORTFOLIO PREP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/portfolio-prep-184/)
- [COMICS, CARTOONS, AND MANGA](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/comics-cartoons-and-manga-182/)
- [THE UNIQUE PRINT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-unique-print-761-2/)
- [THE ENVIRONMENTAL PORTRAIT](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/the-environmental-portrait/)
- [INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED WATERCOLOR](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/intermediate-and-advanced-watercolor-2/)
- [ZHEN XIAN BAO/CHINESE THREAD BOOK](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/zhen-xian-bao-chinese-thread-book/)
- [POSTER SCREENPRINTING WORKSHOP](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/poster-screenprinting-workshop/)
- [USING YOUR ON-CAMERA FLASH OFF CAMERA!](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/using-your-on-camera-flash-off-camera/)
- [STILL LIFE / ASSEMBLAGE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/still-life-assemblage/)
- [TEXTURAL SPINNING TECHNIQUES](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/textural-spinning-techniques/)
- [COMMUNITY JEWELRY PRACTICE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/community-jewelry-practice/)
- [FAUX BONE](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/faux-bone/)
- [JEWELRY SAMPLER](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/jewelry-sampler/)
- [FLOWER BRICKS](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/flower-bricks/)
- [Sculpting Your Story in Clay](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/sculpting-your-story-in-clay/)
- [Lockets (708)](https://www.kiarts.org/classes/lockets-708/)

## Collections

- [Zhu Cheng](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/zhu-cheng/)
- [William Kentridge](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/william-kentridge/)
- [Stephen Hansen](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/stephen-hansen/)
- [Marc Chagall](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/marc-chagall/)
- [Eastman Johnson](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/eastman-johnson/)
- [Jill Moser](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/jill-moser/)
- [Akio Takamori and Gary Cialdella](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/akio-takamori-and-gary-cialdella-2/)
- [Whitfield Lovell](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/whitfield-lovell/)
- [David Williams](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/david-williams/)
- [Fred Wilson](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/fred-wilson/)
- [Robert Mapplethorpe](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/robert-mapplethorpe/)
- [Brian O'Doherty](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/brian-odoherty/)
- [Grafton Tyler Brown](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/grafton-tyler-brown/)
- [James Chapin](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/james-chapin/)
- [John Steuart Curry](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/pink-butterfly-food/)
- [Emil Nolde](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/himb-name-a-jeff/)
- [Renée Stout](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/renee-stout/)
- [Mathias Alten](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/mathias-alten/)
- [Al Harris, Jr.](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/al-harris-jr/)
- [Claes Oldenburg](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/claes-oldenburg/)
- [Florence White Williams](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/florence-white-williams/)
- [Janet Fish](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/what-is-this-thing/)
- [Samuel Levi Jones](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/samuel-levi-jones/)
- [Érik Desmazières](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/erik-desmazieres/)
- [Catherine Hinkle](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/catherine-hinkle/)
- [Jaune Quick-To-See-Smith](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/jaune-quick-to-see-smith/)
- [Howard Hodgkin](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/howard-hodgkin/)
- [Chiura Obata](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/chiura-obata/)
- [Charles Marion Russell](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/charles-marion-russell/)
- [Marilyn Johnson](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/marilyn-johnson/)
- [Vandorn Hinnant](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/vandorn-hinnant/)
- [Arnold Chang](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/arnold-chang/)
- [Ron Adams](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/ron-adams/)
- [Olba Albizu](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/olba-albizu/)
- [Childe Hassam](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/childe-hassam/)
- [Kuniyoshi Utagawa](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/kuniyoshi-utagawa/)
- [Denise Lisiecki](https://www.kiarts.org/collection/denise-lisiecki/)

## Exhibitions

- [Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/resilience-a-sansei-sense-of-legacy/) - Told from the point of view of Sansei (third generation) Japanese Americans, Resilience reflects on the effect of EO9066, the law ordering forced imprisonment, as it resonated from generation to generation.
- [Among the Beasts: Wild, Tamed & Imagined](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/among-the-beasts-wild-tamed-imagined/) - Among the Beasts explores the many roles that animals have played in artistic expression for millennia.
- [For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250/) - For the People, By the People: America at 250 looks to the nation’s impending 250th as an opportunity to reflect on America’s enduring ties to liberty, justice, and identity.
- [2026 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2026-high-school-area-show/) - The High School Area Show is a juried exhibition featuring the artwork of high school artists from Kalamazoo and its surrounding counties.
- [From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/from-cobalt-to-indigo-the-power-of-blue-in-east-asia/) - An exploration of one of the most enduring and influential colors in global art history.
- [Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/future-now-virtual-sneakers-to-cutting-edge-kicks/) - February 7–June 7, 2026 at the KIA
- [2026 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2026-west-michigan-area-show/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show.
- [Statement Pieces: Fashioning the Self & Society](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/statement-pieces-fashioning-the-self-society/) - Explore how self-presentation and expression have been presented, shaped, and reimagined.
- [Impressions: Printmaking in Japan](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/impressions-printmaking-in-japan/)
- [The Strange Life of Objects: The Art of Annette Lemieux](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-strange-life-of-objects-the-art-of-annette-lemieux/)
- [2026 Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2026-young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county/) - Feb 21–March 22. Celebrating the artistic achievements of students in grades K–8.
- [Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/taekyeom-designed-printed-fired/) - Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired will showcase the artist’s innovative practice, which exists at the intersection of 3D printing technology and traditional ceramic making.
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-7/) - The biennial Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review showcases why KNAS faculty members are among the leading artists in Southwest Michigan.
- [Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/washi-transformed-new-expressions-in-japanese-paper/) - Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper is on view October 4–January 11 at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
- [2025 Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-12/) - The KIA is proud to celebrate the talent of young artists n its annual Young Artists of Kalamazoo County exhibition.
- [An Infinite Constellation of Love](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/an-infinite-constellation-of-love/) - Journey into the dazzling and boundless world of JooYoung Choi’s artistry. February 22–June 15.
- [Sourced from the 'Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/sourced-from-the-zoo/) - A celebration of Kalamazoo and its people
- [Ink Rhapsody: The Art of Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/ink-rhapsody-the-art-of-the-lingnan-masters-in-hong-kong/) - The aim of this exhibition is to promote the understanding of the history and characteristics of southern traditions of Chinese ink art through a refined selection of paintings from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection.
- [Leo Villareal: Interstellar](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/leo-villareal-interstellar/) - Leo Villareal: Interstellar invites viewers into the immersive digital worlds of Leo Villareal, where code, celestial bodies, and humanity converge into a fusion of art and technology.
- [2025 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2025-west-michigan-area-show/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show, opening June 14.
- [2025 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2025-high-school-area-show/) - High school artists from Kalamazoo and surrounding counties participate in a juried exhibition and display their work in a museum setting.
- [Orna Ben-Ami: Entire Life in A Package](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/orna-ben-ami-entire-life-in-a-package/)
- [Legendary Voices:  Art for the Next Century](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/legendary-voices-art-for-the-next-century/) - A celebration of the KIA centennial and its community that highlights the diverse artistic voices and people who make American culture and society the rich tapestry that it is, then and today.
- [Powerful Forces: Legends, Rituals, and Warriors in East Asian Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/powerful-forces-legends-rituals-and-warriors-in-east-asian-art/)
- [The Anniversary Show: Promised Gifts from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-anniversary-show-promised-gifts-from-the-joy-and-timothy-light-collection/)
- [2024 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2024-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/clearly-indigenous-native-visions-reimagined-in-glass/)
- [Kyungmi Shin: A Story to Finding Us](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kyungmi-shin-a-story-to-finding-us/)
- [High School Area Show 2024](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2024-high-school-area-show/)
- [Expressions in Paper and Clay](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/expressions-in-paper-and-clay/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2023-young-artists/)
- [High School Area Show 2023](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2023-high-school-area-show/)
- [2023 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/applications-for-the-2023-west-michigan-area-show-now-open/)
- [Sugoi! 200 Years of Japanese Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/sugoi-200-years-of-japanese-art/)
- [C. C. Wang: Lines of Abstraction](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/c-c-wang-lines-of-abstraction/)
- [A Bridge Between Two Worlds: Works by Wu Jian’an](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/28777/)
- [American Realism:  Visions of America, 1900-1950](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/american-realism-visions-of-america-1900-1950/)
- [Kirk Newman Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-faculty-review/)
- [Celebrate!](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/celebrate/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County 2024](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2024-young-artists/)
- [Unveiling American Genius](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/unveiling-american-genius-2/)
- [Arty’s Perspectives](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/artys-perspectives/)
- [High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/high-school-area-show-3/)
- [Lines That...](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/lines-that/)
- [What is Going On in This Picture?](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/what-is-going-on-in-this-picture/)
- [Art, Music & Feminism in the 1950s](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/art-music-and-feminism-in-the-1950s-2/)
- [Unmasking Masculinity for  the 21st Century - THE REMIX](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/unmasking-masculinity-for-the-21st-century-2/)
- [Captive Beauties: Depictions of Women in Late Imperial China](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/captive-beauties-depictions-of-women-in-late-imperial-china/)
- [Unmasking Masculinity for  the 21st Century](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/unmasking-masculinity-for-the-21st-century/)
- [Chagall: The Early Etchings](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/chagall-the-early-etchings/)
- [A Curator's Legacy: Helen Sheridan and the KIA Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-curators-legacy-helen-sheridan-and-the-kia-collection/)
- [Spared from the Storm: Masterworks from the New Orleans Museum of Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/spared-from-the-storm-masterworks-from-the-new-orleans-museum-of-art/)
- [Picturing Health: Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/picturing-health-norman-rockwell-and-the-art-of-illustration/)
- [Michigan Ceramics 2008: 50th Anniversary Traveling Exhibition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/michigan-ceramics-2008-50th-anniversary-traveling-exhibition/)
- [2010 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2010-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Through the Years: Selections from Our Asian Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/through-the-years-selections-from-our-asian-collection/)
- [Modern Abstractions: Japanese Prints from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/modern-abstractions-japanese-prints-from-the-joy-and-timothy-light-collection/)
- [From Earth and Fire: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/from-earth-and-fire-contemporary-japanese-ceramics/)
- [2021 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/west-michigan-area-show-4/)
- [Yun-Fei Ji: Tall Tales of a Scavenger](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/yun-fei-ji-tall-tales-of-a-scavenger/)
- [Ginny Ruffner: Reforestation of the Imagination](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/ginny-ruffner-reforestation-of-the-imagination/)
- [Todd Gray: Crossing the Waters of Space, Time, and History](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/todd-gray-crossing-waters-space-time-and-history/)
- [Sōsaku-hanga: Creative Printmaking In Japan](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/sosaku-hanga-creative-printmaking-in-japan/)
- [It's a David Small World](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/its-a-david-small-world/)
- [Cultural Encounters: Art of Asian Diasporas in Latin America and the Caribbean, 1945-Present](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/cultural-encounters-art-of-asian-diasporas-in-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-1945-present/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County and High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2022-young-artists-high-school-area-show/) - For the first time, the KIA galleries will be filled with art of both the Young Artists of Kalamazoo County and the High School Area Show.
- [Vistas: Visions of China, Japan, and Korea](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/vistas-visions-of-china-japan-and-korea/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-6/)
- [Africa, Imagined: Reflections on Modern and Contemporary Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/africa-imagined/) - Africa, Imagined will explore three key themes: escapism, social inquiry, and cultural reclamation. 
- [Arty's Zooseum](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/zooseum/) - Arty Mouse makes his curatorial debut in the family-friendly exhibition, Zooseum, on view through March 3, 2022.
- [Linling Lu: Musical Meditations](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/linling-lu-musical-meditations/) - Linling Lu creates circular compositions that become physical manifestations of the musical meditations playing in her studio.
- [Colors! Shapes! Patterns!](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/colors-shapes-patterns/) - The Upjohn Mason Grandchildren's Gallery is away in vivid colors, fun shapes, and interesting patterns - some of the building blocks of art.
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County & High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2022-young-artists-high-school-area-show-2/) - This year, the Young Artists of Kalamazoo County and High School Area Show will be held jointly. These shows are a KIA tradition.
- [West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2022-west-michigan-area-show/) - Applications for the 2022 West Michigan Area Show opens February 1, 2022. All artists 18 years or older in a 14-county region can apply.
- [Surrealish: The Absurd and Unexpected](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/surrealish-the-absurd-and-unexpected/)
- [Jack Faxon, A Michigan Artist and Advocate](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/jack-faxon-a-michigan-artist-and-advocate/)
- [Stephen Hansen: You Are Here](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/stephen-hansen-you-are-here/)
- [Balancing the Cosmos: Works by Li Hongwei](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/balancing-the-cosmos-works-by-li-hongwei/)
- [Framing Moments: Photography from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/framing-moments-photography-from-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts-2/)
- [Rhythmic Vitality: Six Principles of Chinese Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/rhythmic-vitality-six-principles-of-chinese-painting/)
- [2017 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2017-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Black Refractions: Highlights from The Studio Museum in Harlem](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/black-refractions-highlights-from-the-studio-museum-in-harlem/)
- [Where We Stand: Black Artists in Southwest Michigan](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/where-we-stand-black-artists-in-southwest-michigan/)
- [Resilience: African American Artists As Agents of Change](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/resilience-african-american-artists-as-agents-of-change/)
- [2020 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review/)
- [Cultural Encounters: India, Burma, and Tibet](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/cultural-encounters-india-burma-and-tibet/)
- [High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/high-school-area-show/)
- [The Expressionist Figure](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/3337-2/)
- [Georgia O'Keeffe and Her Times: American Modernism from the Lane Collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/georgia-okeeffe-and-her-times-american-modernism-from-the-lane-collection-of-the-museum-of-fine-arts-boston/)
- [2009 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2009-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Through the Photographer's Lens: O'Keeffe and Her Circle](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/through-the-photographers-lens-okeeffe-and-her-circle/)
- [In Search of Motion: John Cavanaugh/Sculptor 1921-1985](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/in-search-of-motion-john-cavanaugh-sculptor-1921-1985/)
- [Embracing Diverse Voices: African-American Art in the Collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/embracing-diverse-voices-african-american-art-in-the-collection-of-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-5/)
- [Speed Bump: The Comic World of Dave Coverly](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/speed-bump-the-comic-world-of-dave-coverly/)
- [The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-art-of-warner-bros-cartoons/)
- [2010 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2010-high-school-area-show/)
- [Woodcuts in Modern China, 1937-2008: Towards a Universal Pictorial Language](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/woodcuts-in-modern-china-1937-2008-towards-a-universal-pictorial-language/)
- [On Paper: The Lincoln Center/ List Art Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/on-paper-the-lincoln-center-list-art-collection/)
- [Flowers in Art: Selections from the Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/flowers-in-art-selections-from-the-collection/)
- [Watanabe: Japanese Print Envoy](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/watanabe-japanese-print-envoy/)
- [do it](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/do-it/)
- [Inka Essenhigh: A Fine Line](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/inka-essenhigh-a-fine-line/)
- [2019 High School Area Show and Congressional Art Competition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2019-high-school-area-show-and-congressional-art-competition/)
- [Copley to Kentridge: What's New in the Collection?](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/copley-to-kentridge-whats-new-in-the-collection/)
- [Mountains and Waters: Landscape Paintings from China](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/mountains-and-waters-landscape-paintings-from-china/)
- [2013 Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2013-kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review/)
- [Fantastic Rumpus: 50 Years of Children's Book Illustration](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/fantastic-rumpus-50-years-of-childrens-book-illustration/)
- [Beauty amid Thunder: The Past Two Centuries of Chinese Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/beauty-amid-thunder-the-past-two-centuries-of-chinese-art/)
- [Impressions: Selections from Stewart & Stewart](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/impressions-selections-from-stewart-stewart/)
- [Strong Women, Beautiful Men: Japanese Portrait Prints from the Toledo Museum of Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/strong-women-beautiful-men-japanese-portrait-prints-from-the-toledo-museum-of-art/)
- [Wondrous Ink: Selections from the Richard Fabian Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/wondrous-ink-selections-from-the-richard-fabian-collection/)
- [Light Works: Photographs from the Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/light-works-photographs-from-the-collection/)
- [In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Portraits](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/in-focus-national-geographic-greatest-portraits/)
- [2014 High School Area Show & Congressional Art Competition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2014-high-school-area-show-congressional-art-competition/)
- [A Passion for Collecting: Prints of the 1960s and '70s from the Collins Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-passion-for-collecting-prints-of-the-1960s-and-70s-from-the-collins-collection/)
- [Familiar Surroundings](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/familiar-surroundings/)
- [The Wyeths: America's Artists](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-wyeths-americas-artists/)
- [Ukiyo-e Redux: Contemporary Japanese Prints](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/ukiyo-e-redux-contemporary-japanese-prints/)
- [2011 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2011-high-school-area-show/)
- [2011 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2011-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [The Chinese Scholar's Brush: Works from the Albert and Betty Chang Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-chinese-scholars-brush-works-from-the-albert-and-betty-chang-collection/)
- [Drawn to the Figure: Sigmund Abeles](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/drawn-to-the-figure-sigmund-abeles/)
- [Yousuf Karsh: Regarding Heroes](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/yousuf-karsh-regarding-heroes/)
- [Portrait and Presence](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/portrait-and-presence/)
- [Second Skin: Peeling Back the Layers - Entang Wiharso](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/second-skin-peeling-back-the-layers-entang-wiharso/)
- [Turning Point: Japanese Studio Ceramics in the Mid-20th Century](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/turning-point-japanese-studio-ceramics-in-the-mid-20th-century/)
- [Off the Wall: Art in Three Dimensions](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/off-the-wall-art-in-three-dimensions/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-4/)
- [Infrared Photography by Christopher Light](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/infrared-photography-by-christopher-light/)
- [Hefner Collection of East Asian Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/hefner-collection-of-east-asian-art/)
- [2012 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2012-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Object of Devotion: Medieval English Alabaster Sculpture from the Victoria and Albert Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/object-of-devotion-medieval-english-alabaster-sculpture-from-the-victoria-and-albert-museum/)
- [Birds of a Feather: John Costin and John James Audubon](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/birds-of-a-feather-john-costin-and-john-james-audubon/)
- [Inside Steinway: Photographs by Christopher Payne](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/inside-steinway-photographs-by-christopher-payne/)
- [High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/high-school-area-show-2/)
- [Birds in Art 2011](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/birds-in-art-2011/)
- [Environmental Impact](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/environmental-impact/)
- [West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/west-michigan-area-show-3/)
- [A Conversation between Monet and Sochi: Video Art by Lee-nam Lee](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-conversation-between-monet-and-sochi-video-art-by-lee-nam-lee/)
- [Elliott Erwitt: Dog Dogs](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/elliott-erwitt-dog-dogs/)
- [Great Lakes Pastel Society National Show 2012](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/great-lakes-pastel-society-national-show-2012/)
- [Asian Art from the Collection of Dr. Paul and Esther Wang](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/asian-art-from-the-collection-of-dr-paul-and-esther-wang/)
- [Louis Comfort Tiffany](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/louis-comfort-tiffany/)
- [A Legacy for Kalamazoo: Works Acquired through the Elisabeth Claire Lahti Fund, 1998 - 2012](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-legacy-for-kalamazoo-works-acquired-through-the-elisabeth-claire-lahti-fund-1998-2012/)
- [Treasures from Kalamazoo Collections](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/treasures-from-kalamazoo-collections/)
- [Stoked: Five Artists of Fire and Clay](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/stoked-five-artists-of-fire-and-clay/)
- [Reflections: African American Life from the Myrna Colley-Lee Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/reflections-african-american-life-from-the-myrna-colley-lee-collection/)
- [The Arts of China and Japan: Selections from the Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-arts-of-china-and-japan-selections-from-the-collection/)
- [High School Area Show 2013](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/high-school-area-show-2013/)
- [Sight and Feeling: Photographs by Ansel Adams](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/sight-and-feeling-photographs-by-ansel-adams/)
- [2013 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/west-michigan-area-show-2013/)
- [A Precious Artistic Moment: Paintings by Catherine Hinkle](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-precious-artistic-moment-paintings-by-catherine-hinkle/)
- [Modern Twist: Contemporary Japanese Bamboo Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/modern-twist-contemporary-japanese-bamboo-art/)
- [For and Against Modern Art: The Armory Show + 100](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/for-and-against-modern-art-the-armory-show-100/)
- [A Collector's Eye: Works from the Collection of Sheila and Jim Bridenstine](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/a-collectors-eye-works-from-the-collection-of-sheila-and-jim-bridenstine/)
- [Lasting Legacy: A Collection for Kalamazoo](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/lasting-legacy-a-collection-for-kalamazoo/)
- [How to Return? Contemporary Chinese Photography](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/how-to-return-contemporary-chinese-photography/)
- [Wired and Wrapped: Sculpture by Seungmo Park](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/wired-and-wrapped-sculpture-by-seungmo-park/)
- [Second Sight/Insight II](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/second-sight-insight-ii/)
- [Redefining the Multiple](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/redefining-the-multiple/)
- [Chinese Folk Pottery: The Art of the Everyday](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/chinese-folk-pottery-the-art-of-the-everyday/)
- [2015 High School Area Show and Congressional Art Competition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2015-high-school-area-show-and-congressional-art-competition/)
- [The Arts of Japan and China: Selections from the Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-arts-of-japan-and-china-selections-from-the-collection/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-4/)
- [2016 High School Area Show & Congressional Art Competition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2016-high-school-area-show-congressional-art-competition/)
- [Double Take: Artists Respond to the Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/double-take-artists-respond-to-the-collection/)
- [West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/west-michigan-area-show-2/)
- [Rediscovering Nina Belle Ward](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/rediscovering-nina-belle-ward/)
- [Adaptation: Transforming Books Into Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/adaptation-transforming-books-into-art/)
- [Flowers in Chinese Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/flowers-in-chinese-art/)
- [Common Ground: African American Art from the Flint Institute of Arts, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, and the Muskegon Museum of Art](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/common-ground-african-american-art-from-the-flint-institute-of-arts-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts-and-the-muskegon-museum-of-art/)
- [Manierre Dawson: Engineering Abstraction](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/manierre-dawson-engineering-abstraction/)
- [Reaching into Infinity: Chul Hyun Ahn](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/reaching-into-infinity-chul-hyun-ahn/)
- [Renee Stout: Tales of the Conjure Woman](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/renee-stout-tales-of-the-conjure-woman/)
- [Eternal Beauty: Egg Tempera Paintings by Fred Wessel](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/eternal-beauty-egg-tempera-paintings-by-fred-wessel/)
- [Barbara Takenaga: Waiting in the Sky II](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/barbara-takenaga-waiting-in-the-sky-ii/)
- [2016 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2016-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Rhythms of Abstraction: Landscape Duets of Arnold Chang and Michael Cherney](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/rhythms-of-abstraction-landscape-duets-of-arnold-chang-and-michael-cherney/)
- [Colour Correction: British and American Screenprints, 1967-75](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/colour-correction-british-and-american-screenprints-1967-75/)
- [Suspended! Sculpture from ArtPrize 2015](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/suspended-sculpture-from-artprize-2015/)
- [Jiha Moon: Double Welcome, Most Everyone's Mad Here](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/jiha-moon-double-welcome-most-everyones-mad-here/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-3/)
- [The Feeling Is Mutual: New Work by Maya Freelon](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-feeling-is-mutual-new-work-by-maya-freelon/)
- [Scaled Up: Sculpture by Marcia Wood](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/scaled-up-sculpture-by-marcia-wood/)
- [Rewards of Wisdom: Contemporary Chinese Ink Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/rewards-of-wisdom-contemporary-chinese-ink-painting/)
- [Poetry of Content: Five Representational Artists](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/poetry-of-content-five-representational-artists/)
- [Wadada Leo Smith: Ankhrasmation, the Language Scores, 1967-2015](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/1996-2/)
- [Out of the Fire: Masterworks of Ceramics](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/out-of-the-fire-masterworks-of-ceramics/)
- [Luminescence: From Salvage to Seascape, Sculpture by Sayaka Ganz](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/luminescence-from-salvage-to-seascape-sculpture-by-sayaka-ganz/)
- [2017 High School Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2017-high-school-area-show/)
- [2019 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2019-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [L'esprit: Exploring Wit and Beauty in French Prints](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/lesprit-exploring-wit-and-beauty-in-french-prints/)
- [Moments of Peace: Watercolors by Sunghyun Moon](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/moments-of-peace-watercolors-by-sunghyun-moon/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-3/)
- [Pressed for Time: History of Printmaking](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/pressed-for-time-history-of-printmaking/)
- [Impressions: Printmaking in Japan](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/impressions-printmaking-in-japan-2/)
- [Kay WalkingStick: An American Artist](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kay-walkingstick-an-american-artist/)
- [Our People, Our Land, Our Images](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/our-people-our-land-our-images/)
- [Women Warriors: Portraits by Hung Liu](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/women-warriors-portraits-by-hung-liu/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review-2/)
- [Circular Abstractions: Bull's Eye Quilts](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/circular-abstractions-bulls-eye-quilts/)
- [Round and Round: The Circle at Center Stage](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/round-and-round-the-circle-at-center-stage/)
- [Dawoud Bey: Harlem, USA and Harlem Redux](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/dawoud-bey-harlem-usa-and-harlem-redux/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-2/)
- [My Hero! Contemporary Art and Superhero Action](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/my-hero-contemporary-art-and-superhero-action/)
- [2018 High School Area Show and Congressional Art Competition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2018-high-school-area-show-and-congressional-art-competition/)
- [Passion on Paper: Masterly Prints from the KIA Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/passion-on-paper-masterly-prints-from-the-kia-collection/)
- [Vibrant Bounty: Chinese Folk Art from the Shaanxi Region](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/vibrant-bounty-chinese-folk-art-from-the-shaanxi-region/)
- [Looking Back, Looking Forward: Selections from Our Asian Art Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/looking-back-looking-forward-selections-from-our-asian-art-collection/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county/)
- [2018 West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2018-west-michigan-area-show/)
- [Natural Forms: Contemporary Works by Japanese Women](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/natural-forms-contemporary-works-by-japanese-women/)
- [David Park: A Retrospective](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/david-park-a-retrospective/)
- [Global Glass: A Survey of Form & Function](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/global-glass-a-survey-of-form-function/)
- [The Way Forward: New Acquisitions at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/the-way-forward-new-acquisitions-at-the-kia/)
- [2015 Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/2015-young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-5/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-6/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-7/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-8/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-9/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-10/)
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-11/)
- [Expressions: International Glass Invitational](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibition/expressions-international-glass-invitational/)

## Docent Resources

- [Sugoi!](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/sugoi/)
- [Art, Music & Feminism Labels](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/art-music-feminism-labels/)
- [Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century Docent Labels](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/16581-2/)
- [Unveiling American Genius](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/14776/)
- [Li Hongwei](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/li-hongwei/)
- [Surrealish Labels](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/surrealish-labels/)
- [Africa, Imagined Labels](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/16581/)
- [Rhythmic Vitality: Six Principles of Chinese Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/rhythmic-vitality-six-principles-of-chinese-painting/)
- [Scaled Up: Sculpture by Marcia Wood](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/scaled-up-sculpture-by-marcia-wood/)
- [Dawoud Bey: Harlem, USA and Harlem Redux](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/dawoud-bey-harlem-usa-and-harlem-redux/)
- [Vibrant Bounty: Chinese Folk Art from the Shaanxi Region](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/vibrant-bounty-chinese-folk-art-from-the-shaanxi-region/)
- [Black Refractions](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/black-refractions/)
- [Mountains and Waters – Landscape Paintings from China](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/mountains-and-waters-landscape-paintings-from-china/)
- [Framing Moments: Photography from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/docent-resources/framing-moments-photography-from-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts/)

## Portfolio

- [Exhibition 3](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-3-3/) - Exhibition 3 Book Now
- [Exhibition 2](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-2-3/) - Exhibition 2 Book Now
- [Exhibition 1](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-1-3/) - Exhibition 1 Book Now
- [Exhibition 3](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-3-2/) - Exhibition 3 Book Now
- [Exhibition 2](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-2-2/) - Exhibition 2 Book Now
- [Exhibition 1](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-1-2/) - Exhibition 1 Book Now
- [Exhibition 3](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-3/) - Exhibition 3 Book Now
- [Exhibition 2](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-2/) - Exhibition 2 Book Now
- [Exhibition 1](https://www.kiarts.org/project/exhibition-1/) - Exhibition 1 Book Now

## Testimonials

- [Judi Beam](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_testimonials/judi-beam/) - It’s rewarding and fun to share the knowledge of art as we hope to inspire and transform inquiring minds of all ages and abilities.
- [Brenda Murphy](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_testimonials/brenda-murphy/) - Taking docent training classes is like being in an exciting art history course — plus you have an opportunity to interact with young people and expose them to all kinds of wonderful art.
- [Marilyn Garry](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_testimonials/marilyn-garry/) - After ending my full time work, I was looking to spend time around beauty and learn something as well. The classes were interesting and made use of various formats to enrich our learning and be able share this with visitors to the KIA.
- [Vanita Aloisio](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_testimonials/vanita-aloisio/) - The art history training was like attending a college class for free!
- [Lyda Stillwell](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_testimonials/lyda-stillwell/) - Becoming a docent is an opportunity to be in a lovely environment surrounded by like-minded friends and staff who encourage and support all endeavors. Being a docent is a gift to myself.

## Team

- [JENNIFER COOLEY](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/jennifer-cooley/) - 269.585.9288
- [ALEXIS MEJIA](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/alexis-mejia/) - 269.585.9279
- [ANNA TWITCHELL](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/anna-twitchell/) - 269.585.9264
- [CECILIA ROOT](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/cecilia-root/) - 269.585.9263
- [JULIE HOOGLAND](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/julie-hoogland/) - 269.585.9271
- [KRYSTA WALKER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/krysta-walker/) - 269.585.9275
- [ZAK KUSZ](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/zak-kusz/) - 269.585.9280
- [REM CABRERA](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/rem-cabrera/) - 269.238.9031
- [CAROLINE MIOTA](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/caroline-miota/) - 269.585.9297
- [ELLEN VANDERMYDE](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/ellen-vandermyde/)
- [LIBBY BERGEON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/libby-bergeon/) - 269.585.9266
- [DEBORAH MATTSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/deborah-mattson/)
- [MINDI FITZPATRICK](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/mindi-fitzpatrick/) - 269.585.9281
- [MIRIAM THOMAS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/miriam-thomas/) - 269.585.9287
- [REHEMA C. BARBER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/rehema-c-barber/) - 269-349-7775
- [JOSIAH SOLIS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/josiah-solis/) - 269.585.9279
- [JAMES DENISON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/james-denison/) - 269.585.9273
- [RACHEL KALLEWARD](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/rachel-kalleward/) - 269.585.9282
- [DAVE BARRON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/dave-barron/) - 269.585.9270
- [KATHRYN ARMSTRONG](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/kathryn-armstrong/) - 269.585.9283
- [JEREMY BRONSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/jeremy-bronson/) - 269.585.9278
- [GRETCHEN HUGGETT](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/gretchen-huggett/)
- [AMY HUDSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/amy-hudson/) - 269.585.9277
- [MONICA WALKER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/monica-walker/) - 269.585.9284
- [MICHELLE HARGRAVE](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/michelle-hargrave/) - 269.349.7775
- [JAYDEN BOLT](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/jayden-bolt/) - 269.585.9285
- [JULIE DEVERS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/julie-devers/) - 269.585.9269
- [KAREN MATSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/karen-matson/) - EDUCATION M.A., Western Michigan University
- [CORINNE SATTERLEE](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/corinne-satterlee/) - 269-585-9274
- [KATHERINE RANSBOTTOM](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/katherine-ransbottom/) - 269-585-9290
- [MARY WHALEN](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/mary-whalen-2/) - 269-585-9276
- [BRENT HARRIS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/brent-harris/)
- [COURTNEY NELSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/courtney-nelson/) - 269.585.9266
- [OLIVIA MENDOZA](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/olivia-mendoza/) - EDUCATION Kendall College of Design
- [JACQUELINE THOMPSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/jacqueline-thompson/) - 269.585.9265
- [YVE HOLTZCLAW](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/yve-holtzclaw/) - EDUCATION BFA, Massachusetts College of Art and Design Visit website
- [L. MERKEL](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/l-merkel/) - EDUCATION BS, Central Michigan University
- [LESLIE DONALDSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/leslie-donaldson/) - 269-585-9268
- [CLARA PEETERS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/clara-peeters/)
- [MICKEY WILLIAMSON](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/mickey-williamson/)
- [NANCY WALDOCH](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/nancy-waldoch/) - 269.585.9299
- [LINDSAY HAYOSH](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/lindsay-hayosh/) - EDUCATION BFA, Kutztown University
- [ANNA ILL](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/anna-ill/) - EDUCATION MA, Western Michigan University
- [SUSAN McHENRY](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/susan-mchenry/) - EDUCATION MFA, Bennington College Visit Website
- [DAVID YEIDER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/david-yeider/) - EDUCATION BFA, Western Michigan University
- [LAUREN TRIPP](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/lauren-tripp/) - EDUCATION BA, Western Michigan University
- [DAN GIANCASPRO](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/dan-giancaspro/) - EDUCATION BFA, Western Michigan University
- [SUSAN BADGER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/susan-badger/) - EDUCATION BA, Western Michigan University
- [KENNETH FREED](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/kenneth-freed/) - EDUCATION MFA, Western Michigan University Visit Website
- [MARY KENNEY](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/mary-kenney/) - EDUCATION BA, Emmanuel College - Boston, MA MHSA, St. Joseph's College - Windham, ME Visit Website
- [LAURIE PRUITT](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/laurie-pruitt/) - EDUCATION BFA, Western Michigan University
- [MICHAEL PIXLEY](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/michael-pixley/) - EDUCATION BFA, Michigan State University
- [LARISSA DUGAS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/larissa-dugas/) - EDUCATION PhD, Indiana University
- [AL HARRIS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/al-harris/) - EDUCATION BSA, Western Michigan University Visit Website
- [WYATT LANE](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/wyatt-lane/) - EDUCATION BFA, Truman State University
- [DAVID JONES](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/david-jones/)
- [SCOTT BADE](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/scott-bade/) - EDUCATION PhD, Western Michigan University
- [DON DOMBROWSKI](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/don-dombrowski/) - EDUCATION MFA Western Michigan University
- [ELISABETH CARNELL](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/elisabeth-carnell/) - EDUCATION BA, MA Western Michigan University
- [TOM RICHARDS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/tom-richards/) - EDUCATION MA, Western Michigan University Visit Website
- [MICHAEL OUDING](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/michael-ouding/) - EDUCATION BA, Kalamazoo College
- [DON MAREK](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/don-marek/) - EDUCATION MSW, Western Michigan University Visit Website
- [TREVOR GRABILL](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/trevor-grabill/) - EDUCATION BFA, Central Michigan University Visit Website
- [KELLY WALKOTTEN](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/kelly-walkotten/) - Visit Website
- [SHERRI SNYDER](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/sherri-snyder/)
- [ERIC POTT](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/eric-pott/) - EDUCATION MA, WMU
- [JOSEPH GROSS](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team/joseph-gross/) - EDUCATION MFA, Western Michigan University

## Slideshows

- [71 annual Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_slideshow/71-annual-arts-fair/)
- [WMAS 2021](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_slideshow/wmas-2021/)

## Photo Albums

- [WMAS 2021 Award Winners](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/wmas-2021-award-winners/)
- [Boardroom Two](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/boardroom-two/)
- [Chase Boardroom](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/chase-boardroom/)
- [Boardroom One](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/boardroom-one/)
- [Main Floor Galleries](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/main-floor-galleries/)
- [Multi-Purpose Classroom](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/multi-purpose-classroom/)
- [Courtyard](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/courtyard/)
- [School Commons](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/school-commons/)
- [Auditorium](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/auditorium/)
- [Gallery One/Lobby](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery/gallery-one-lobby/)

## 3D FlipBook

- [KIA Adopt a Work of Art Catalog](https://www.kiarts.org/3d-flip-book/kia-adopt-a-work-of-art-catalog/)

## Venues

- [Wax Wings Brewery](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/wax-wings-brewery/)
- [Kalamazoo Valley Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-valley-museum/)
- [WMU Mulitcultural Center](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/wmu-mulitcultural-center/)
- [Kalamazoo Book Arts Center](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-book-arts-center/)
- [Bronson Park](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/bronson-park/)
- [Kalamazoo College, Connable Recital Hall](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-college-connable-recital-hall/)
- [Black Arts and Cultural Center](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/black-arts-and-cultural-center/)
- [The Cori Terry Theatre](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/the-cori-terry-theatre/)
- [Kalamazoo Public Library Washington Branch](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-public-library-washington-branch/)
- [Kalamazoo Public Library Central Branch](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-public-library-central-branch/)
- [Kalamazoo Public Library Alma Powell Branch](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-public-library-alma-powell-branch/)
- [Kalamazoo Public Library Eastwood Branch](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-public-library-eastwood-branch/)
- [Kalamazoo Public Library Oshtemo Branch](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/kalamazoo-public-library/)
- [Virtual Event via Zoom](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/virtual-meeting/)
- [Virtual Event](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/virtual-event/)
- [](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/5166/)
- [Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/print-studio/) - Print Studio
- [River Street Flowerland](https://www.kiarts.org/venue/river-street-flowerland/)

## Organizers

- [Emily Wohlscheid](https://www.kiarts.org/organizer/emily-wohlscheid/)
- [Denise Lisiecki & Mary Whalen](https://www.kiarts.org/organizer/denise-lisiecki-mary-whalen/)
- [Jessica Sundstrom](https://www.kiarts.org/organizer/jessica-sundstrom/)

## Events

- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-july-19/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-july-26/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-july-12/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-july-5/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Art Detectives: Write to Me: Letters from Japanese American Children to the Librarian They Left Behind by Cynthia Grady](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-write-to-me/) - Join us in October for an Art Detectives program centered around Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy. This exhibition features the work of eight third-generation Asian American Artists whose work reflects on a time during World War II when Japanese American families were forced to leave their homes and live in internment camps. We'll read Write
- [ArtBreak: "Kalamazoo...and how it grew!": A Model American City Tours Europe at Mid-Century](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-kalamazoo-and-how-it-grew/) - In the late 1950s, Upjohn Pharmaceuticals partnered with the United States Information Agency to develop an exhibition on Kalamazoo that toured several major European cities. "Kalamazoo...and how it grew!" was designed by Will Burtin in conjunction with Jack Masey of the United States Information Agency, with the bill for the exhibition footed by Upjohn Pharmaceuticals.
- [Book Discussion: In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space by Irvin Weathersby Jr.](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-in-open-contempt/) - Blending memoir, cultural criticism, and history, author Irvin Weathersby Jr. challenges readers to examine American history and imagine more inclusive ways of honoring the past. The author intertwines the threads of his life and ancestry into the larger conversation about the stories told in these public spaces. Whose voices are uplifted and whose voices are
- [Creativity, Resilience, and Reflection: An Expressive Arts Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/creativity-resilience-and-reflection-an-expressive-arts-workshop/) - Inspired by For the People, By the People, join expressive arts facilitator Kim Shaw for a restorative arts-based workshop exploring creativity as a pathway to resilience, reflection, and self-expression. Participants will engage in mindful art viewing, guided visual art-making, journaling, poetry, and breathwork while reflecting on themes of identity, change, loss, hope, and belonging. No
- [Artful Evening: Intergenerational Impacts of the Japanese American Wartime Incarceration](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-intergenerational-impacts-of-the-japanese-american-wartime-incarceration/) - In the wake of Pearl Harbor and the United States’ declaration of war on Japan, the U.S. government ordered the removal of more than 120,000 men, women, and children from their homes based on their Japanese ancestry and imprisoned them in remote incarceration camps. Two-thirds were U.S. citizens. In this talk, Dr. Donna Nagata will
- [ArtBreak: Film Screening: The Eye is the First Circle](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-film-screening-the-eye-is-the-first-circle/) - This fall, Helen Frankenthaler's large-scale painting Code Blue returns from New York, where it was included in the Gagosian exhibition Helen Frankenthaler: The Moment and the Distance. Celebrate the return of this beloved part of the KIA's permanent collection with a screening of The Eye is the First Circle. Inspired by Mary Gabriel's bestseller Ninth
- [Explore & Create: Gallery Game Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/explore-create-gallery-game-night/) - Join us for a Gallery Game Night, where we’ll explore the permanent collection through interactive, art-focused games and creative sketching activities. This event is appropriate for all ages.
- [Film Screening: The Cats of Mirikitani](https://www.kiarts.org/event/film-screening-the-cats-of-mirikitani/) - Jimmy Mirikitani (1920-2012) was a Japanese American artist who survived the trauma of WWII incarceration, the loss of family and friends in his ancestral city of Hiroshima, a harsh life on the streets of New York, and the chaos of 9/11—all by making art. Sitting alone on a windy corner in Soho, he drew whimsical
- [Book Discussion: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-they-called-us-enemy-by-george-takei/) - George Takei recounts his childhood imprisonment in Japanese American internment camps during World War II in this richly illustrated graphic novel. The memoir explores resilience and patriotism while connecting past injustices to discrimination. Blending history with storytelling, the book urges readers to challenge prejudice in America. Themes in this discussion will tie into the exhibition
- [ArtBreak: Remembering World War II in Japanese Voices](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-remembering-world-war-ii-in-japanese-voices/) - Sociolinguist Noriko Sugimori has often worked with her students to collect oral histories from Japanese-speaking World War II survivors in Japan, South Korea, and the United States. Their testimonies reveal personal experiences that have often remained untold and show how the past continues to shape the present. Drawing on video excerpts from these interviews, Dr.
- [Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/community-day-2/) - Join us for a Community Day focused on our special exhibition, Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy. This show highlights artwork by eight Sansei (third-generation Japanese American) artists exploring the lasting effects of Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced imprisonment of Japanese Americans during World War II. We invite the community to visit the exhibition
- [Artists' Exchange: Indigenous Voices and the Future of American Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-exchange-indigenous-voices-and-the-future-of-american-art/) - During this special program, three contemporary Indigenous artists from across the country will come together to discuss their artistic approaches, points of inspiration, and visions for the future. Speakers include Dakota Mace (Diné), Cara Romero (Chemehuevi), Kelly Church (Pottawatomi/Ottawa/Ojibwe). Mace’s work focuses on translating the language of Diné history and beliefs while pushing the viewer’s
- [Wonder Walk: Big Paintings](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-big-paintings/) - Let’s find the biggest works in the museum. Join us for a playful walk through the galleries designed for our youngest visitors. Together, we’ll explore big, bold paintings through close looking, storytelling, and interactive activities.
- [¡Noche de Familia!](https://www.kiarts.org/event/noche-de-familia-2/) - Join the KIA for an evening celebrating family, culture, creativity, and community during Hispanic Heritage Month. Noche de Familia welcomes guests of all ages to gather through art experiences, cultural activities, storytelling, and opportunities to connect with neighbors and community organizations. This year's event will place special emphasis on recognizing and honoring the contributions of
- [Gallery Gathering: Sheila Pree Bright's Cotton and Dulce Pinzón's Catwoman](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-sheila-pree-brights-cotton-and-dulce-pinzons-catwoman/) - Photographer Sheila Pree Bright’s series Invisible Empire foregrounds the tension between the pastoral beauty of the American South and the historical exploitation of Black lives and labor that stains the landscape. In her series The Real Story of the Superheroes, Dulce Pinzón centers immigrant workers whose everyday heroism takes the form of quiet sacrifice and
- [John James Audubon: Entrepreneur, Naturalist, Patriot, Fraud](https://www.kiarts.org/event/john-james-audubon-entrepreneur-naturalist-patriot-fraud/) - During this talk, Dr. James Denison will examine John James Audubon’s multinational background, transatlantic audience, and the nationalist ambitions behind his celebrated publication, The Birds of America. While Audubon's book is now synonymous with naturalism in America, it was made with the intention of constructing particular ideas about place, identity, and nationhood in order to
- [Artful Evening: "I, Too, Sing America": The Harlem Renaissance in Art, Music, and Theatre](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-i-too-sing-america-the-harlem-renaissance-in-art-music-and-theatre/) - “Art is the inner voice of the people.” —Alain Locke Join us for a discussion of one of the most vibrant and significant movements in American art history – the Harlem Renaissance. Three scholars will reflect on the period’s rich legacy in the fields of visual art, music, and theatre. Moderated by Bianca Washington, the
- [Book Discussion: Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-harlem-rhapsody-by-victoria-christopher-murray/) - Harlem Rhapsody follows Jessie Redmon Fauset, the literary editor of The Crisis magazine, as she helps ignite the Harlem Renaissance while navigating a secret affair with W.E.B. Du Bois. As the first Black woman to hold this editorial position, Jessie wastes no time uplifting those who will become some of the greatest voices of this
- [Art Detectives: Her Right Foot by Dave Eggers](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-her-right-foot-by-dave-eggers/) - In September, Art Detectives will read a story about the Statue of Liberty and what she represents. Then they will explore the exhibition For the People, By the People to see how artists share the stories of the American people. Special guest Katie Platte from the Kalamazoo Book Arts Center will join us and show
- [Artist's Talk with Hank Willis Thomas](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-with-hank-willis-thomas/) - Meet internationally-renowned conceptual artist Hank Willis Thomas! During this special program, Thomas will share reflections on his work, which revolves primarily around themes of perspective, identity, commodity, media, and culture. Thomas’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and abroad and recognized with many prestigious awards and fellowships. He is the creator of such
- [ArtBreak: American Legacy: Lange’s Portrait of a Mother](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-american-legacy-langes-portrait-of-a-mother/) - During this ArtBreak, Prof. Ginger Owen-Murakami will discuss one of the most influential documentary photographs ever created. Produced by Dorothea Lange during the Great Depression as part of Roy Stryker’s Farm Security Administration (FSA) photography project, Migrant Mother remains in the public domain of the United States Library of Congress. As one of the most
- [Collage Crew Kzoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/collage-crew-kzoo-2/) - Come to the Meader Fine Arts Library on Saturday to create an artistic collage with Errin Ironside and the Collage Crew Kzoo. Inspired by the exhibition For the People, By the People we are asking participants to meditate on what America means to you. All supplies will be provided.
- [Collage Crew Kzoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/collage-crew-kzoo/) - Come to the Meader Fine Arts Library during Art Hop and create an artistic collage with Errin Ironside and the Collage Crew Kzoo. Inspired by the exhibition For the People, By the People, we are asking participants to meditate on what America means to you. Don't have time to join us on Friday night? The
- [Wonder Walk: Local Artists](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-local-artists/) - In September, our youngest art lovers can explore the work of local artists featured in the West Michigan Area Show. Through close looking and playful activities, young children can explore, move, and experience art together with their caregivers in a relaxed setting.
- [Gallery Gathering: Roger Shimomura and Works of Resilience](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-roger-shimomura-and-works-of-resilience/) - Join us for a conversation on how Roger Shimomura and other contemporary artists have responded to the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII, using multiple artistic media to communicate messages of pain, protest, and perseverance. We will begin this Gallery Gathering by looking at Shimomura’s Nisei Triology in the For the People, By the People
- [Summer Jams](https://www.kiarts.org/event/summer-jams/) - Summer Jams concludes at the KIA on Thursday, August 27 with a lively open mic night celebrating music, poetry, and creative expression. Join us for an evening where artists and community members come together to share their voices in a welcoming and creative space. Performers of all backgrounds are invited to take the stage. Whether
- [ArtBreak: Reclaiming Native Narratives in American Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-reclaiming-native-narratives-in-american-art/) - During the 19th century, many American artists embraced the theme of the "Vanishing Indian." By depicting Native Americans as disappearing, such artists spread the idea that the extinction of Native groups was unavoidable. At stake was an accurate accounting of Indigenous peoples’ experiences in the United States. In this talk, Dr. Laura E. Smith will
- [Gallery Gathering: West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-west-michigan-area-show-2/) - Tour the West Michigan Area Show with some of the talented local artists whose work is included in the exhibition! During this extended Gallery Gathering, we will hear from artists working in a variety of media, offering insights on the pieces they contributed to the show, their points of inspiration, their approaches to the creative
- [Gallery Gathering: Curator’s Tour of For the People](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-curators-tour-of-for-the-people/) - For the People, By the People brings works of historic significance into conversation with bold contemporary voices in an exploration of the symbols, struggles, and aspirations that have shaped and continue to inform American life. During this special extended Gallery Gathering, learn more with exhibition curator Rehema Barber, the KIA’s Director of Curatorial Affairs. Together
- [Wonder Walk: Outdoor Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-outdoor-art/) - We all know there are artworks inside the KIA, but did you know there’s art outside too? Bring your little art lover to the museum in August when we’ll take a walk around the building and explore a few outdoor sculptures. Then we’ll check out some works inside the galleries by the same artists.
- [Artful Evening: My America: A Performance Lecture by Julio César Morales](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-my-america-a-performance-lecture-by-julio-cesar-morales/) - Join San Francisco-based artist Julio César Morales for a performance lecture exploring the intersections of music, migration, identity, and cultural resistance. Drawing from his multidisciplinary artistic practice, Morales will examine the influence of music, underground subcultures, and hybrid cultural forms throughout the Americas. Beginning with the histories of Mambo and Cumbia and their impact on
- [Mindful Making in the Library](https://www.kiarts.org/event/mindful-making-in-the-library/) - Take some time out to express yourself in the library. We will have supplies available to encourage meditative expression through art, including a collaborative canvas set up for community members to add their personal mark to the larger piece. Additionally, we will have a display of self-care and art therapy books available for members to
- [ArtBreak: Virtual Artist’s Talk with Dulce Pinzón](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-virtual-artists-talk-with-dulce-pinzon/) - During this virtual ArtBreak, learn more about Dulce Pinzón, whose archival pigment print Catwoman is included in the exhibition For the People, By the People. A visual artist, curator, manager, cultural entrepreneur, and activist, Pinzón is particularly interested in exploring cultural, environmental, and gender issues through her personal, curatorial, and museographic projects. Her rich educational
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-oct-4/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-sept-27/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-sept-20/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-sept-13/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-sept-6/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-aug-30/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-aug-23/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-aug-16/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-aug-9/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-aug-2/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversations — For the People, By the People: America at 250](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversations-for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-june-28/) - Between June 27 and October 4, drop in on Sundays between 1:30–2:30pm and have a conversation with a docent who can provide information and answer questions about the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition. Free with gallery admission. Registration is encouraged but not required.
- [Book Discussion: Learning to See by Elise Hooper](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-learning-to-see-a-novel-of-dorothea-lange-the-woman-who-revealed-the-real-america-by-elise-hooper/) - Elise Hooper's biography of Dorothea Lange follows her life from early successes running a portrait studio in San Francisco to her Depression-era work documenting America's suffering and injustice. As she pursues her art through personal and professional turmoil, Lange's camera becomes a powerful tool for empathy, reform, and truth-telling, even at great personal cost. This
- [The People Speak: A Living Exhibition by Face Off Theatre Company](https://www.kiarts.org/event/for-the-people-by-the-people-an-exploration-with-face-off-theatre-company/) - Explore the For the People, By the People: America at 250 exhibition with theatre artists from Face Off Theatre Company! This program offers guests an opportunity to learn more about artists who have powerfully shaped the landscape of American theatre and visual art. As we make our way through the galleries, Face Off performers will
- [Summer Jams](https://www.kiarts.org/event/summer-jams-3-2/) - Summer Jams returns to the KIA as a lively open mic night celebrating music, poetry, and creative expression. This event brings artists and community members together to share their voices in a welcoming and creative space. Performers of all backgrounds are invited to take the stage, whether you’re a musician, poet, spoken word artist, or
- [Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/community-day/) - You're invited to a fun-filled day! This special family-oriented event will feature exciting activities, outstanding exhibits, fun in the Meader Fine Arts library, and much more. Whether you're a long-time KIA enthusiast or a first time visitor, this event will provide something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
- [Artful Evening: Singing Citizenship: The Origins and Role of America’s Anthem](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-singing-citizenship-the-origins-and-role-of-americas-anthem/) - The story of the U.S. national anthem—“The Star-Spangled Banner”—is surprising and too little-known. Among the typical misunderstandings is that its author, Francis Scott Key, wrote a poem. In fact, he wrote a lyric to a well-known tune, creating a song that brought emotion into the drama of America. Key sought both to bring Americans together
- [Wonder Walk: Storytelling Through Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-storytelling-through-art/) - In July, little art lovers will explore For the People, By the People: America at 250. The exhibition highlights the story of America and its diverse communities. We'll spend some time in the galleries to see how artists bring those stories to life.
- [For the People, By the People: America at 250 Members' Preview](https://www.kiarts.org/event/for-the-people-by-the-people-america-at-250-members-preview/) - KIA Members can enjoy a preview of our newest exhibition, For the People, By the People: America at 250, before it opens to the public. More information coming soon! Learn more about the exhibition.
- [KIA Closed to Public 10/17/26](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kia-closed-to-public/) - All KIA galleries will be closed to the public on Saturday, October 17, 2026, to support new exhibition installations and help our teams prepare for our UNFRAMED: Soirée event. The Kirk Newman Art School will remain open.
- [ArtBreak: Curating At The End Of The World: An Apocalyptic Manifesto](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-curating-at-the-end-of-the-world-an-apocalyptic-manifesto/) - What does it mean to curate as we live through apocalyptic times? Join our 2026 West Michigan Area Show juror, Dr. Xuxa Rodríguez, as she shares about her curatorial practice and explores what making exhibitions and writing about art means as the stakes of our collective global livelihoods grow higher. Dr. Rodríguez will offer reflections
- [UNFRAMED: Soirée](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unframed-soiree-2026/) - UNFRAMED: Soirée will return October 17, 2026. Join us for a spectacular evening as we honor Jim and Carol Carter and raise vital funds for the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! Please visit our UNFRAMED: Soirée page to learn more about the event, sponsorships, and ticket sales.
- [2026 West Michigan Area Show Awards Night and Members’ Preview](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2026-west-michigan-area-show-awards-night-and-members-preview/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show. Opening to the public on Friday, May 29, this crowd-pleasing annual juried exhibition was carefully curated from more than 300 submitted entries, ranging from paintings, prints, and photos to mosaics, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and mixed-media works. Winners of
- [ArtBreak: Virtual Artist's Talk with Nick La Marca](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-virtual-artists-talk-with-nick-la-marca/) - During this virtual ArtBreak, learn more about Nick La Marca, the multimedia artist whose Sole Lines installation is on view in the KIA lobby. La Marca is an artist and documentarian working across photography and installation. Born and raised in the Bronx, his practice is deeply informed by the city’s cultural vibrancy and diversity. La
- [SOLD OUT: Member Tour with Wilson W. Smith III](https://www.kiarts.org/event/member-tour-with-wilson-w-smith-iii/) - ** Please note: Registration for this event has filled. You can still hear from Wilson at Thursday's Artful Evening! ** KIA members are invited to join legendary Nike designer Wilson W. Smith III for an intimate discussion of all things shoe design and a private viewing of Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks! This
- [Workshops with Wilson W. Smith III and Pensole Lewis College](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wilson-smith-workshops/) - Learn from a legendary athletic footwear designer and a Michigan college focused on the design industry. These workshops are aimed at high school and college students, or anyone interested in design, particularly shoe design. Schedule: 4-4:30pm - Check-in opens, view Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks exhibit 4:30-5:30pm - SPARK workshop with Wilson W.
- [Artful Evening: Artist's Talk with Wilson W. Smith III](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-artists-talk-with-wilson-w-smith-iii/) - Meet a living legend in the world of shoe design! During this Artful Evening, Wilson W. Smith III will speak about his prolific career in the athletic footwear industry. The first Black designer for Nike, Smith has created shoes for Michael Jordan, Andre Agassi, Serena Williams, and many more. After a 41-year career with the
- [Juneteenth Commemoration](https://www.kiarts.org/event/juneteenth-commemoration/) - 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, including viewing artworks by African American artists, drop-in low-mess art activities, and more.
- [2026 West Michigan Area Show Opening Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2026-wmas-opening-day/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show. This crowd-pleasing annual juried exhibition was carefully curated from more than 300 submitted entries, ranging from paintings, prints, and photos to mosaics, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and mixed-media works. Learn more about the West Michigan Area Show and the application
- [Gallery Gathering: From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-from-cobalt-to-indigo-the-power-of-blue-in-east-asia/) - Immerse yourself in shades of blue as we explore selected works from the exhibition From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia, on view in the Joy Light Gallery through July 12. Together we will learn more about the cultural significance and wide-reaching influence of the color blue in the art of
- [Art Detectives: Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky by Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-blue-a-history-of-the-color-as-deep-as-the-sea-and-as-wide-as-the-sky-by-nana-ekua-brew-hammond/) - Get ready to explore the color blue with Art Detectives this April! We’ll read a book that shows how artists discovered and used blue throughout history. Then we’ll explore the exhibition From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia to see how East Asian artists use blue in their creations. After our
- [Artful Evening: Future Now](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-future-now-2/) - Join us for a special Artful Evening with Elizabeth Semmelhack, Director and Senior Curator of the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto! Semmelhack is the curator of Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks. During this program, she will talk about why shoes matter and about how designers today are revolutionizing what we will put on
- [The Great KIA Book Swap](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-swap/) - The Great KIA Book Swap returns! Bring up to 10 gently-used books to the KIA to trade for new-to-you titles! Music and refreshments will be provided. Enter a raffle for great prizes from our sponsors! Receive one raffle ticket per book, with a limit of 10 tickets per person. You must be present at the
- [Kirk Newman Art School 2025–26 Residents’ Exhibition Opening Reception](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2026-knas-residents/) - The Kirk Newman Art School’s Post-Baccalaureate Program is designed for recent fine arts graduates seeking to grow and strengthen their creative practice in a supportive community with access to professional studio facilities. The culmination of the 2025–2026 resident artists’ work will be on display in the KNAS commons from May 1–31. This unique group exhibition
- [Kirk Newman Art School 2024–25 Residents’ Show Opening Reception](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kirk-newman-art-school-residents-show-opening/) - The Kirk Newman Art School’s Post-Baccalaureate Program is designed for recent fine arts graduates seeking to grow and strengthen their creative practice in a supportive community with access to professional studio facilities. The culmination of the 2024–2025 resident artists’ work will be on display in the Kirk Newman Art School commons from May 2–June 1,
- [2026 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2026-kia-arts-fair-2/) - Summer begins with the 75th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo, June 5–6, 2026. Please click here for more info about the 2026 KIA Arts Fair.
- [2026 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2026-kia-arts-fair/) - Summer begins with the 75th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo, June 5–6, 2026. Please click here for more info about the 2026 KIA Arts Fair.
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/2025-01-30/) - 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.
- [Summer Jams](https://www.kiarts.org/event/summer-jams-3/) - Summer Jams returns to the KIA as a lively open mic night celebrating music, poetry, and creative expression. This event brings artists and community members together to share their voices in a welcoming and creative space. Performers of all backgrounds are invited to take the stage, whether you’re a musician, poet, spoken word artist, or
- [Artful Evening: Botanical Art of Julia Whitney Barnes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-botanical-art-of-julia-whitney-barnes/) - During this Artful Evening talk, artist Julia Whitney Barnes will speak about her Planting Utopia series, featured in the Hancock Shaker Museum, the Shaker Heritage Society, and the Albany International Airport. Barnes will also address her larger body of research and her permanent artwork The Botanist's Mural. On view in Vassar College's newly-built Vassar Institute,
- [Library Activity: Mini Origami Shoes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-mini-origami-shoes/) - Inspired by the innovation and history of sneakers, we will provide origami paper to fold your own mini shoe! A variety of styles and difficulty levels will be provided. Check out the exhibition Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks for inspiration and then drop by the library to try your hand at this detailed
- [Book Discussion: Chasing Beauty: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner by Natalie Dysktra](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-chasing-beauty-the-life-of-isabella-stewart-gardner-by-natalie-dysktra/) - Author Natalie Dykstra recounts the story of Isabella Stewart Gardner's extraordinary life in this moving and illuminating biography. A Boston socialite, Gardner lived a life full of passion but one which was also marked by grief. Dykstra delivers compelling insight into Gardner's friendships, world travels, and her keen eye for collecting treasures all of which
- [Wonder Walk: Figures and Faces](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-figures-and-faces/) - In June, bring your little ones for a stroll through the permanent collection. Through close looking and simple gallery activities we'll search for figures and faces in the artwork.
- [Library Activity: Gelli Plate Printing: Sneakers](https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-gelli-plate-printing-sneakers/) - Stop in to the KIA during Arts Fair for a hands on art activity! We will provide the supplies to create your own Gelli Plate printed sneaker. Experiment with colorways inspired by objects featured in Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks! Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks is co-organized by the American Federation
- [Gallery Gathering: Manierre Dawson's Mother and Child and Henry Ossawa Tanner's The Visitation](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-manierre-dawsons-mother-and-child-and-henry-ossawa-tanners-the-visitation/) - During this Gallery Gathering, we will take a closer look at Manierre Dawson's Mother and Child and Henry Ossawa Tanner's The Visitation. While both early 20th century paintings depict religious scenes, the artists approached their subject matter in distinctly different ways. Dawson, credited with being America's first abstract artist, employs Cubist techniques, while Dawson, considered
- [Best of the 48-Hour Film Festival](https://www.kiarts.org/event/best-of-the-48-hour-film-festival/) - Each year, a growing number of talented Kalamazoo filmmakers, both amateur and professional, take on the challenge of participating in the Kazoo 48-Hour Film Festival. Assigned a genre, prop, character quirk, location, and line of dialogue to use within a short film, participants have just 48 hours to bring their visions to life. The winning
- [Book Discussion: Sneaker Marauders: Poems by Ran Walker and Van G. Garrett](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-sneaker-marauders-poems-by-ran-walker-and-van-g-garrett/) - This short collaboration celebrates sneaker culture through poetry. Consisting of two parts, part one is a micro saga-in verse about a quest to find sneakers but yields an even great discovery beyond shoes. Part two is a collection of prose poems, a kind of mixtape, which explores many aspects of sneaker culture from overarching artistic
- [Art Detectives: We're All Works of Art by Mark Sperring](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-were-all-works-of-art-by-mark-sperring/) - In May, Art Detectives will be on the case, searching for how artists show people in their artwork. We’ll read a book about different artistic styles, hunt for faces and figures in the permanent collection, and finish by creating our own portrait masterpiece to take home. Arty will be on vacation in June, July, and
- [Dress Code: Edward Hopper, Urban Solitude, and the Clothing of Modern Life](https://www.kiarts.org/event/dress-code-edward-hopper-urban-solitude-and-the-clothing-of-modern-life/) - Explore the artwork of Edward Hopper in this lecture by Dr. James Denison, Postdoctoral Fellow at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and Kalamazoo College. Denison's presentation will consider the use of fashion in Edward Hopper’s paintings of urban American life, interpreting his simplified representations of clothes as a strategy crucial to the sense of isolation
- [Wonder Walks: Looking at Landscapes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walks-looking-at-landscapes/) - Spring is creeping closer, and we’re ready to get outside. Until it warms up, join us for a stroll through the permanent collection to enjoy some sunny landscapes and think ahead to brighter days. We'll discover how artists represent the natural world and have fun with a few gallery activities along the way.
- [Artful Evening: Sneaker Culture Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-sneaker-culture-night/) - Join us for Sneaker Culture Night featuring music, food, raffle prizes, a low-mess hands-on art project, and an engaging presentation. Wear your favorite sneakers and make your way to the KIA! Starting at 5:30pm, explore the Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks exhibit, enjoy tunes from DJ No Limit, and a nacho bar from
- [Museum Explorers: Homeschool Family Program at the KIA and Kalamazoo Valley Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/event/museum-explorers-homeschool-family-program-at-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts-and-kalamazoo-valley-museum-2/) - Homeschool families are invited to learn, create, and explore at the KIA and the Kalamazoo Valley Museum (KVM). This collaborative event offers interactive activities designed to promote interdisciplinary learning, creativity, and an appreciation for art, history, and science. This event highlights the Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks exhibit. Bring your creativity and wear
- [Artstream Nomadic Gallery](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artstream-nomadic/2026-04-02/) - Since 2001, the Artstream Nomadic Gallery has brought the best of contemporary studio pottery to communities across the country, showcasing a broad range of objects, styles, practices, and makers. Housed in a restored 1967 Airstream, this unique traveling gallery will make a stop at the KIA for a two-day presentation April 2 & 3 and
- [KIA's James Denison on Jeopardy!](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kias-james-denison-on-jeopardy/) - Clue: This KIA Postdoctoral Curatorial Fellow and Kalamazoo College Visiting Professor of Art History makes his Jeopardy! debut on Friday, March 6 at 7:30pm. Correct response: Who is James Denison? A native of the DC area and a graduate of Bowdoin College, James Denison completed his PhD in Art History at the University of Michigan
- [Book Discussion: Mona's Eyes by Thomas Schlesser](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-monas-eyes-by-thomas-schlesser/) - When ten year old Mona experiences a sudden, brief loss of sight, her grandfather Henry decides to give her a gallery of artworks to visit in her mind as she faces potential permanent blindness. Through fifty-two weekly trips to museums in Paris, Mona receives an emotional art history education. Art lessons become tied to life
- [Gallery Gathering: Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-future-now-virtual-sneakers-to-cutting-edge-kicks/) - Join us for a closer look at some of the shoes featured in Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks! This provocative exhibition considers how cutting-edge technologies, unexpected materials, and new ideas are transforming footwear today. This program will be facilitated by fashion historian Iris Carney Cooper, who teaches at Western Michigan University and manages
- [ArtBreak: The Poetry of Shoes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-poetry-of-shoes/) - Explore Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks through the medium of poetry! Local poet and Kirk Newman Art School instructor Elizabeth Kerlikowske has led her poetry students in composing original works responding to selected shoes featured in the exhibition. During this ArtBreak, the students will share their work and offer new perspectives on this
- [Kirk Newman Art School Hands On Event](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kirk-newman-art-school-hands-on-2026/) - Thinking of taking a class at the KIA? Want to make, take, and experience a range of creative projects all in the same night? Join us on Friday, March 6, from 6 to 9pm for Hands On, a fun, fast-paced art making evening! Bring friends and create a ceramic cup or raku fired vessel, hand
- [RADFest Community Dance & Drumming Jam](https://www.kiarts.org/event/radfest-community-dance-drumming-jam/) - Join RADFest, hosted by Wellspring, for a Community Dance & Drumming Jam! This movement and music celebration welcomes everyone—whether you consider yourself a dancer or not—to explore movement through open improvisation scores with live music, or to simply observe and enjoy the magic of dancing and drumming. The session will feature movement facilitation by Carolyn
- [Wonder Walk: Art of the Shoe](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-art-of-the-shoe/) - Lace up and let’s explore Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks! We’ll check out shoes from the past, super-cool styles of today, and shoes that exist only in the virtual world. Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks is co-organized by the American Federation of Arts and the Bata Shoe Museum, and curated
- [Member Meetup at Wax Wings Brewing Co.](https://www.kiarts.org/event/member-meetup-at-wax-wings/) - Members are invited to join the KIA at Wax Wings Brewing Company to celebrate the debut of Exhibit Ale, brewed in collaboration with Wax Wings. $1 from each beer sold will support the KIA. Exhibit Ale is a hazy IPA brewed with a special blend of juicy hops, 7.2% ABV. Must be 21+. Label design
- [Nuestro Futuro](https://www.kiarts.org/event/nuestro-futuro/) - The KIA invites the community to Nuestro Futuro, a free evening celebrating Latinx art, culture, and visions of the future. Held in conjunction with the exhibition Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks, this special Free Thursday experience centers creativity, innovation, and community connection. Guests will enjoy free admission, live performances by Latinx artists, a
- [Kickin' it with KIA and KPL](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kickin-it-with-kia-and-kpl/) - Learn about an exciting footwear design exhibit and create your own unique sneaker with the KIA and Kalamazoo Public Library. This teen event will take place at the Kalamazoo Public Library Oshtemo Branch Community Room. The shoes created as part of the program will be on view at the Kalamazoo Public Library Oshtemo Branch in
- [Artful Evening: Improvisation as Discovery](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-improvisation-as-discovery/) - Company members from Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers will lead this engaging lecture-demonstration that invites participants to explore improvisational movement and discover the power of following their own physical impulses. Blending guided instruction with creative exploration, the program will be accessible to movers of all ages and experience levels. Inspired by Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to
- [Future: REMIX](https://www.kiarts.org/event/future-remix-2/) - Show off your fabulous footwear and join us at the KIA for an evening of fun and connection with DJs spinning, cash bar, savory bites and sweet treats, dancing and a “kicks contest” inspired by the KIA’s newest exhibition. Click here to learn more and get tickets.
- [Community Day: Cool Kicks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/community-day-cool-kicks/) - Step into a day all about shoes! Wear your favorite pair for fun photo ops. Discover incredible footwear in Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks and then get creative with shoe inspired art projects. Have shoes that need some flair? Bring them along and stop by the auditorium between 12:30 and 1:30pm to
- [Gallery Gathering: Charles Henry Alston's Untitled (Couple)](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-charles-henry-alstons-untitled-couple/) - During this Gallery Gathering, we will take a closer look at Charles Henry Alston's Untitled (Couple), said to have been inspired by Langston Hughes' 1925 poem "The Weary Blues." An original member of the Abstract Expressionist movement, Alston was a painter, muralist, sculptor, illustrator, and educator, as well as the founder of two major African
- [Explore and Create with Taekyeom Lee](https://www.kiarts.org/event/explore-and-create-night-taekyeom-lee-designed-printed-fired/) - Enjoy a night of art and design! Attendees are welcome to participate in one or all of the experiences. 5:30-7:30pm - Explore and Create Wander through Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired and see how the artist uses surprising materials and digital tools to create letters, graphics, and objects that encourage visitors to explore design
- [RESCHEDULED: Artful Evening: Expanding the Senses of Design: Using Tactility and 3D Printing](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-expanding-the-senses-of-design-using-tactility-and-3d-printing/) - ** UPDATE: RESCHEDULED for February 12 during our Explore & Create with Taekyeom Lee event. ** Please refer to that event listing for a description of the evening's events and to RSVP.
- [Members' Preview: Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/members-preview-future-now-virtual-sneakers-to-cutting-edge-kicks/) - KIA Members are invited to a Members' Preview to celebrate the opening of Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks. 5:30pm: Reception begins, drinks and light bites available 5:45pm: Welcome remarks by Michelle Hargrave, followed by Future Now exhibition open for viewing The exhibition is co-organized by the American Federation of Arts and the Bata Shoe
- [Members' Mingle](https://www.kiarts.org/event/members-mingle/) - KIA Members: Join us for light refreshments, conversations in the Permanent Collection, and interactive activities throughout the museum. This is a great opportunity to mingle with other members and explore Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired in the Joy Light Gallery. Explore all the Members' Appreciation Week events and activities here.
- [Gallery Gathering: Taekyeom: Designed, Printed & Fired](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-taekyeom/) - Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired showcases the artist's innovative reimagining of the world of graphic design in three dimensions. Bringing conventional design elements off of the page or screen, Taekyeom blends them with ceramics using a variety of materials. During this Gallery Gathering, we will discuss select works in this exhibition, examining Taekyeom's unique
- [ArtBreak: Steps through Time: A Retrospective of Shoes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-steps-through-time-a-retrospective-of-shoes/) - As we celebrate the future of shoes, it can be fascinating to look back to see where we have already been. During this ArtBreak talk, fashion historian and professor Iris Carney Cooper will offer an overview of notable and special shoe designs throughout time, discussing history, significance, function, and design. Cooper is a fashion historian,
- [Book Discussion: Kicks: The Great American Story of Sneakers by Nicholas Smith](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-kicks-the-great-american-story-of-sneakers-by-nicholas-smith/) - Author Nicholas Smith examines the history, innovation, and societal impact of sneakers in American life through marketing, economic, and cultural trends. Smith weaves together a story of how the sneaker evolved over the course of a century. As production methods were revolutionized, the perception of this iconic footwear shifted as well, making them into must-have
- [Film Screening: Sneakerheadz](https://www.kiarts.org/event/film-screening-sneakerheadz/) - Sneakerheadz is a 2015 documentary film that explores the global subculture of sneaker collecting. The film examines the cultural impact of sneakers, from their origins in sports and hip-hop to their status as high-value, collectible art pieces. Directed by David T. Friendly and Mick Partridge, Sneakerheadz takes a comprehensive look at the lives of sneaker
- [Art Detectives: Kicks by Van G. Garrett](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-kicks-by-van-g-garrett/) - Grab your favorite pair of sneakers and come along for March Art Detectives! We’ll explore Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks, enjoy a story about amazing footwear, and spot some eye-catching shoes in the galleries. Afterward, Wellspring dancers will help us get up and groove in our cool kicks. We won’t make a project
- [Library Activity: Shoe Bookmarks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-shoe-bookmarks/) - Mark your reading place in style using a shoe bookmark! We will provide all of the materials to make a bookmark to take home. Take inspiration from the exhibition on view Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks, shoes in literature, or be your own creative designer! The librarian will have some templates on hand
- [Gallery Gathering: Future Now for Families](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-future-now-for-families/) - Join us for a family-friendly exploration of some of the shoes featured in Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks! All ages are welcome to join in the conversation as we observe shoe designs of the past, present, and future. Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks is co-organized by the American Federation of Arts
- [Explore and Create Night: Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/explore-and-create-night-future-now-virtual-sneakers-to-cutting-edge-kicks/) - Put on your favorite pair of shoes and join us for a special night celebrating the artistry of footwear. Join us for a Gallery Gathering in Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks at 5:30 before we kick off Explore and Create Night at 6pm. Continue to explore the exhibition and then create your
- [ArtBreak: The People Could Fly](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-people-could-fly/) - The People Could Fly is a poetic look into the history of Black gathering spaces in Louisville, KY, from the 1960s to mid-2000s. Intimate video portraits reveal the ritual of skating and how roller rinks emerged as sanctuaries for Black culture, joy, and resilience. This short documentary explores the magic conjured by one community as
- [Lit Letters Bookmark](https://www.kiarts.org/event/lit-letters-bookmark/) - Stop by the KIA's Meader Fine Arts library to create a fun bookmark using a variety of lettering styles. We will have stencils, stickers, and stamps on hand for you to create unique bookmarks to use in your next read. Experiment with different letters, styles, and colors to create a font collage or quote. All
- [Wonder Walk: Sculpture Scavenger Hunt](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-sculpture-scavenger-hunt/) - Let’s go on a sculpture search! We’ll wander through the galleries and see how many sculptures we can spot. Keep your eyes open for cool shapes, bumpy textures, and all kinds of materials.
- [ArtBreak: Pysanky Eggs: A Traditional Eastern European Folk Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-pysanky-eggs-a-traditional-eastern-european-folk-art/) - Join Jozefa Rogocki for an artist's talk and demonstration of the intricate art of pysanky eggs, a traditional folk art practiced in various regions of Poland, Ukraine, and other Slavic countries. During this ArtBreak, Rogocki will share her process for decorating these colorful eggs by applying a wax-and-dye batik process. She will demonstrate tools and
- [Wonder Walk: Into the Indigo!](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-into-the-indigo/) - This April, we’re taking a blue adventure through From Cobalt to Indigo: The Power of Blue in East Asia! From prints to pottery, we’ll find out how artists from East Asia create beautiful blues and use them in their amazing artworks.
- [ArtBreak: The Art and Life of Hughie Lee-Smith](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-art-and-life-of-hughie-lee-smith/) - Hughie Lee-Smith was a 20th century African American painter and art instructor. Growing up in the Midwest, he created a prolific collection of paintings that predominantly featured figures in urban and rural settings. Lee-Smith’s often enigmatic works explored themes of isolation, expectation, and loneliness. Regrettably, he was not as well recognized as many of his
- [Book Discussion: Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-take-my-hand-by-dolen-perkins-valdez/) - Alabama, 1973. When nurse Civil Townsend begins work at the Montgomery Family Planning Clinic, her goal is to care for her African American community. Among her patients are two poor, young Black girls, Erica and India. Civil learns that a terrible medical procedure has been inflicted on the girls without their consent and reports the
- [Art Detectives: So Tortoise Dug by Emmy Kastner](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-so-tortoise-dug-by-emmy-kastner/) - Join us this month as local author and artist Emmy Kastner shares her book So Tortoise Dug. After a gallery walk to find animals in the artwork, Emmy will help us create our own watercolor masterpieces. Space is limited, and registration is required.
- [Film Screening: Through a Lens Darkly](https://www.kiarts.org/event/film-screening-through-a-lens-darkly/) - The first documentary to explore the role of photography in shaping the identities, aspirations, and social emergence of African Americans, Through a Lens Darkly probes the recesses of American history, bringing to light images captured by African American photographers that have been suppressed, forgotten, and lost. These images reveal a complex and nuanced view of
- [Washi Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/washi-community-day/) - Join us for a paper-inspired Community Day! Explore Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper. Washi, traditional Japanese paper, is the main medium of this exhibition, which features two-dimensional works, sculptures, and installations by nine Japanese artists. After viewing the exhibition, get creative with members from the WMU Soga Japan Center who will guide you
- [Gallery Gathering: Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-washi-transformed-new-expressions-in-japanese-paper/) - The Washi Transformed exhibition includes an exciting variety of works in paper by contemporary Japanese artists, ranging from delicate two-dimensional pieces to dramatic installations. During this Gallery Gathering, we'll take a closer look at a selection of artworks from this breathtaking exhibition. Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper was organized by Meher McArthur and
- [Gallery Gathering: Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-kirk-newman-art-school-faculty-review/) - The biennial Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review features new works by Kirk Newman Art School faculty members who work and teach in a wide variety of artistic media. During this extended Gallery Gathering, explore the exhibition with a few of the talented artist-educators whose work is included in the show. Program facilitators will include
- [Art Hop: Washi Collage Making & Instrument Petting Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/washi-collage-with-collage-crew-kzoo/) - Join us for November Art Hop at the KIA with all galleries open for viewing, washi collage making with Collage Crew Kzoo, an Instrument Petting Zoo with Great Lakes Acoustic Music Association (GLAMA), along with light bites and beverages. In the lobby you'll find various acoustic instruments available to play and learn about with GLAMA.
- [Member Bring-A-Friend Tour of Washi Transformed](https://www.kiarts.org/event/bring-a-friend-tour-of-washi-transformed/) - KIA Members are invited to bring a friend and participate in a guided gallery tour of Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper on Thursday, October 30 from 5:15–6:15pm. Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper was organized by Meher McArthur and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC Thank you to our
- [Gallery Shop Artist Feature](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-shop-artist-feature/) - As part of our Free Thursdays initiative, the KIA is proud to feature Deborah Ann Percy and Arnold Johnston in our Gallery Shop Artist Feature on Thursday, October 30, from 6–8pm. Percy and Johnston are writers, performers, and translators whose creative talents span a variety of forms. Their work reflects a deep appreciation for language,
- [ArtBreak: Typography and the Art of Communication](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-typography-and-the-art-of-communication/) - Typography brings form to words both beautiful and mundane. What factors do graphic designers consider as they’re selecting the “clothes” our words will wear? How have changes in technology influenced fonts, designers, and the work they make? What effects have these developments had on the philosophy of typography? Join Ryan Lewis for a brief journey
- [College Night at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/college-night-at-the-kia/) - Join us for College Night at the KIA, an after-hours event designed for college students. Enjoy free food, a live DJ, interactive games, and chances to win prizes while exploring the museum in a fun and engaging way. This is a unique opportunity to experience the KIA through art, music, and connection. Admission is completely
- [ArtBreak: The Rope Project: A Community Connected](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-rope-project-a-community-connected/) - Learn and create with us during an interactive ArtBreak that will highlight the power of sharing stories and experiences in order to unite communities! “The Rope Project” began in 2017 as an alternative arts initiative woven together by Education for the Arts’ visual teaching artists, whose hope was to bring students across the county together
- [Holiday Art Sale: Members' Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-members-night/) - Come celebrate the 52nd annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [Gallery Shop Meet & Greet](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-shop-meet-greet/) - Join us for a special Meet & Greet with the Gallery Shop team and a few local artists featured in the shop. This event is an opportunity to explore a wide variety of unique, handcrafted gifts, including jewelry, ceramics, and more. Each piece reflects the creativity of our community, making the Gallery Shop an inspiring
- [Gallery Shop Meet & Greet](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-shop-meet-greet-2/) - Join us for a special Meet & Greet with the Gallery Shop team and a few local artists featured in the shop. This event is an opportunity to explore a wide variety of unique, handcrafted gifts, including jewelry, ceramics, and more. Each piece reflects the creativity of our community, making the Gallery Shop an inspiring
- [Public Reception for Washi Transformed & KNAS Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/event/public-reception-washi-knas/) - All are welcome at the public reception for the KIA's two newest exhibitions: Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper and the Kirk Newman Art School (KNAS) Faculty Review. About Washi Transformed: Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper presents over 30 highly textured two-dimensional works, expressive sculptures, and dramatic installations that explore the astonishing
- [Art Detectives: The Typefaces by Scott Lambert](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-the-typefaces-by-scott-lambert/) - In December, Art Detectives will search for hidden faces in the negative spaces of letters in a charming book by graphic designer Scott Lambert. We’ll then tour Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired. Using unusual materials and digital tools like 3D printers, Taekyeom creates letters, graphics, and objects that invite visitors to explore design through
- [Wonder Walk: Technology and Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-technology-and-art/) - Come along for a guided stroll of Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired Discover how the artist uses unusual materials and digital tools such as 3D printers to create letters, graphics, and objects that invite visitors to engage with design through touch, sight, and play.
- [Artful Evening: Chinese Ink Painting Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-chinese-ink-painting-workshop/) - Please note that this program is sold out! To add your name to our waiting list, email us at museumed@kiarts.org. Inspired by the Ink Rhapsody exhibition and want to try your hand at Chinese ink painting? Join us for a workshop led by local artist Julia Wang, a fourth-generation disciple of the Lingnan School! Create
- [POSTPONED: The Power Of Your Story](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-power-of-your-story/) - UPDATE: This event will be postponed until 2026. This 60-minute interactive program invites participants to explore the power of their personal story and build confidence in public speaking. Through guided reflection, group activities, and a welcoming atmosphere, guests will learn how to express themselves with clarity and connection. Whether through words, writing, or presence, all
- [Members’ Reception for Washi Transformed & KNAS Faculty Review](https://www.kiarts.org/event/washi-knas/) - KIA Members are invited to join us at a Members’ Reception for Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper and preview of the Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review. Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper was organized by Meher McArthur and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC Thank you to our
- [UNFRAMED: Soirée](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unframed-soiree/) - Join us at the KIA on October 25th for a spectacular evening as we honor Joy and Tim Light and raise vital funds for the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. The event has sold out, but you can still support the event by making a donation in honor of Joy & Tim Light.
- [ArtBreak: Exploring the KNAS Faculty Review with Director Leslie Donaldson](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-exploring-the-knas-faculty-review-with-director-leslie-donaldson/) - The Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review is a much-anticipated biennial exhibition at the KIA, showcasing the considerable talents of Kirk Newman Art School faculty members who provide world-class instruction in a wide range of media. During this ArtBreak, KNAS Director Leslie Donaldson will offer remarks on this year's show, which centers on the theme
- [Wonder Walk: Made in Many Ways](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-made-in-many-ways/) - Join us for a guided walk through the Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Show. Discover incredible works in clay, paint, metal, and more—created by the talented artists who teach here at the KIA. Along the way, enjoy a few hands-on activities and experience the many forms art can take.
- [Art Detectives: An ABC of What Art Can Be by Meher McArthur](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-an-abc-of-what-art-can-be-by-meher-mcarthur/) - In January, Art Detectives will investigate different art forms and techniques. We’ll read a story about all the ways art can take shape, tour the Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review to see amazing works by our talented teaching artists, and then make our own art inspired by what we’ve seen.
- [Simple Folded Books](https://www.kiarts.org/event/simple-folded-books/) - Drop by the library to create a lovely book made from one piece of paper. Using a few strategic cuts and folds, you can make a wonderful little gift for yourself or someone else. All materials are provided and the librarian will be on hand to help you get started.
- [Book Discussion: Everything She Touched: The Life of Ruth Asawa by Marilyn Chase](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-everything-she-touched-the-life-of-ruth-asawa-by-marilyn-chase/) - This biography of Japanese American artist Ruth Asawa traces her journey from internment camps during WWII to becoming a renowned sculptor. The book explores her resilience, innovative wire sculptures, and dedications to arts education. Through personal stories, Chase illuminates how Asawa's identity, experiences, and vision helped her transform prejudice and hardship into creativity and public
- [Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-2/) - Come celebrate the 52nd annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [Teacher Appreciation Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/teacher-appreciation-night-2/) - Join us for a special night dedicated to teachers! This is a free event for educators of all grade levels and subject areas. Enjoy food and drinks and learn about KIA resources for you and your students. Explore Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper and then get creative with drop-in art making activities. Gift
- [Book Discussion: Felon: Poems by Reginald Dwayne Betts](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-felon-poems-by-reginald-dwayne-betts/) - Reginald Dwayne Betts tackles the complexities of life after incarceration through powerful poetry. Navigating themes of redemption, fatherhood, and identity, his poems offer a deeply personal reflection on justice, hope, and the long road to healing. This collection informs Betts's solo show Felon: An American Washi Tale in which Betts collaborated with artist Kyoko Ibe
- [Artful Evening: The Ways that Paper Leads to Freedom](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-the-ways-that-paper-leads-to-freedom/) - During this talk, Reginald Dwayne Betts will explore Felon: An American Washi Tale, a solo show that confronts the weight and legitimacy of the word "felon" through poetry, visual art, and performance. Drawing from his own story—sent to prison at 16, discovering poetry behind bars—Betts will offer an immersive meditation on incarceration, identity, and the
- [Meet the Author: Discussing Doggerel with Reginald Dwayne Betts](https://www.kiarts.org/event/meet-the-author-discussing-doggerel-with-reginald-dwayne-betts/) - Reginald Dwayne Betts's latest poetry collection, Doggerel, explores themes of Blackness, masculinity, vulnerability, and intimacy in a unique way--through the lens of dogs. This philosophical examination of everyday life, combined with Betts personal experiences with incarceration and life after, integrates the political with the personal. Join us as we discuss Doggerel with Betts in the
- [Sake Tasting](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sake-tasting/) - Escape the November chill and warm up with a sampling of Japanese sake! During this special event, Keiko Nakajima and Jingran Wang will offer a brief presentation on the history and cultural significance of sake in Japan, followed by a guided tasting of a variety of sakes. Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided, and ticket
- [Wonder Walk: Made of Paper](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-made-of-paper/) - Join us for a guided walk through Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper, with interactive activities along the way. This exhibition features two-dimensional works, sculptures, and installations. Discover the remarkable ways nine Japanese artists transform paper into art. Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper was organized by Meher McArthur and is toured by
- [Washi Collage with Collage Crew Kzoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/washi-collage-with-collage-crew-kzoo-2/) - Come to the library and express yourself through collage with a sampling of washi paper, a traditional Japanese handmade paper. Some washi paper and tape will be provided to incorporate into your pieces. Be inspired by the exhibition on view, Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper. All supplies will be provided. Washi Transformed: New
- [Art Detectives: A Life Made by Hand: The Story of Ruth Asawa by Andrea D'Aquino](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-a-life-made-by-hand-the-story-of-ruth-asawa-by-andrea-daquino/) - Participants will learn about Japanese American artist Ruth Asawa. We’ll explore Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper, featuring two-dimensional works, sculptures, and installations in paper by nine Japanese artists. Michiko Yoshimoto from the WMU Soga Japan Center will join us to guide an origami activity. After, stay for Community Day to experiment with Japanese
- [Washi Tape Bookmarks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/washi-tape-bookmarks/) - In celebration of Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper, visit the library to make your own bookmark using colorful washi tape and book pages. All supplies will be provided. Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper was organized by Meher McArthur and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC
- [Museum Explorers: Homeschool Family Program at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and Kalamazoo Valley Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/event/museum-explorers-homeschool-family-program-at-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts-and-kalamazoo-valley-museum/) - Homeschool families are invited to learn, create and explore at the KIA and the Kalamazoo Valley Museum (KVM). This collaborative event offers interactive activities designed to promote interdisciplinary learning, creativity and an appreciation for art, history and science. This event is included with KIA admission. KVM admission is free. Planetarium shows are $3 per student
- [Gallery Gathering: Richard Mayhew’s Mohawk Hills](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-richard-mayhews-mohawk-hills/) - Calling all art lovers and poets! Join us for our next Gallery Gathering as we discuss Richard Mayhew's Mohawk Hills with Jessica Sundstrom, Learning and Outreach Manager for the Art Museum at Grand Valley State University. Guests will be invited to delve into Mayhew's striking painting via ekphrastic and blackout poetry. Using rich colors to
- [ArtBreak Film Screening: Between the Folds](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-film-screening-between-the-folds/) - Created by Vanessa Gould, the award-winning documentary Between the Folds follows the stories of ten artists and scientists whose work applies the art of origami in unexpected ways. The film examines both traditional and unconventional approaches to origami art, then explores the work of mathematicians, scientists, and educators who use origami as a tool for
- [Artist's Talk: Italian Studies with Margaret Bohls](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-italian-studies-with-margaret-bohls/) - Professor Margaret Bohls is an American potter and educator who teaches at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. During this talk, she will discuss her artwork, which consists of several different series of vessel forms, including her Italian Series and Modernist Series. Bohls will also speak about her inspirations, which include ancient Etruscan and Apulian
- [Book Discussion: My Friends by Fredrik Backman](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-my-friends-by-fredrik-backman/) - Aspiring artist Louisa becomes enchanted by three figures nestled in the corner of a famous painting. Intrigued, she embarks on a cross-country journey to uncover their story. Twenty-five years earlier, in a coastal town, four teenagers--misfits with bruised pasts--bonded over summer days on an abandoned pier, forging fierce loyalty and creative escape. Their friendship inspired
- [Frosty Fun Family Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/frosty-fun-family-night/) - While the weather outside is chilly, the KIA will be warm and welcoming. Join us for a cozy winter-themed family night. We’ll start with a guided tour of the permanent collection, searching for artworks that capture the spirit of the season. Then, create your own winter-inspired masterpiece. If you are unable to join us right
- [ArtBreak: A Gift to the City She Loved: Genevieve Gilmore's Bequest](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-a-gift-to-the-city-she-loved-genevieve-gilmores-bequest/) - In February 1959, the front page of the Kalamazoo Gazette announced, “The city is to have a new art center,” with costs of construction paid by Mr. and Mrs. Donald S. Gilmore. In addition to their extraordinary philanthropy, the Gilmores were KIA board members, art collectors, and skilled artists. Mrs. Gilmore’s bequest to the KIA
- [¡Noche De Familia!](https://www.kiarts.org/event/noche-de-familia/) - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month a little early! Explore the mesmerizing digital exhibition Leo Villareal: Interstellar and enjoy an evening of games and creative art-making. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (@kalamazooinstituteofarts)
- [ArtBreak: Enhancing Traditional Art with Digital Tools](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-enhancing-traditional-art-with-digital-tools/) - Explore how a variety of apps and digital tools can be used to help artists working in traditional media. Artist Kris Walker will lead a discussion of the ways in which technology can assist the contemporary artist, from creating references to organizing artwork catalogs. We’ll discuss a wide range of methods by which artists can
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversation](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-02-02/) - 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.
- [ArtBreak: A Visit to the Kalamazoo Book Arts Center](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-a-visit-to-the-kalamazoo-book-arts-center/) - The Kalamazoo Book Arts Center functions as a creative public space where artists and book enthusiasts of all kinds gather to celebrate the collaborative arts of the book, including papermaking, printmaking, letterpress, bookbinding, and creative writing. KBAC preserves and employs traditional technologies while combining them with contemporary ideas and techniques. During this off-site ArtBreak, we
- [Book Discussion: The Lantern of Lost Memories](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-the-lantern-of-lost-memories/) - by Sanaka Hiiragi About the Book: The Lantern of Lost Memories tells the story of Mr. Hirasaki’s magical photo studio, a gateway to the afterlife where the departed revisit their memories through a “spinning lantern.” Guests—including a kind yakuza, a devoted teacher, and a young girl—relive their past and choose one cherished moment to photograph.
- [High School Portfolio Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/high-school-portfolio-day-2/) - Join us on Thursday, October 9 from 8am–noon for High School Portfolio Day! This event is free to attend and open to all high school junior and senior art students. Representatives from several Midwest colleges and universities will be available to meet with students to review their portfolios and offer admissions advice. Registration is strongly
- [ArtBreak: The Lingnan School](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-lingnan-school/) - ** Please note the time for this event was listed incorrectly in an email. The correct time for this ArtBreak is Wednesday, August 27 from 12–1pm. ** Artist Julia Wang, a fourth-generation disciple of the Lingnan School, reveals the historical significance of this influential movement in Chinese ink painting, tracing its roots to ancient times.
- [Bring a Friend: West Michigan Area Show Tour](https://www.kiarts.org/event/bring-a-friend-west-michigan-area-show-tour/) - KIA Members can bring a friend and participate in a guided gallery tour of the West Michigan Area Show on Friday, August 22nd from 5:15 - 6:15pm. Join our Associate Curator, Katherine Ransbottom, and hear from local artists exhibiting work in the show! You and your friend will receive a special discount at the Gallery
- [Bookish Buttons](https://www.kiarts.org/event/bookish-buttons/) - Using book pages, create artistic bookish buttons to proudly display! All supplies will be provided.
- [Gallery Gathering: West Michigan Area Show](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-west-michigan-area-show/) - Tour the West Michigan Area Show with some of the talented local artists whose work is included in the exhibition! During this extended Gallery Gathering, learn more about Dan Giancaspro's Identity (copper, brass, and bronze); Thimgan Hayden's At the End of the World (oil on linen canvas); Leon Lou's A Greek-Chinese Translator Who Understands Neither
- [ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-west-michigan-area-show-artist-highlight-3/) - During this special ArtBreak event, we will be touring the West Michigan Area Show with some of the talented local artists whose work is included in the exhibition! Learn more about: Nathan Anderson's The Mourning of Battle (acrylic on linen) Gary Eldridge's She's Got the Music in Her (mixed media assemblage) Lee Ann Frame's Stopping
- [Gallery Gathering: Liu Kuo Sung’s Which is Earth No. 42](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-liu-kuo-sungs-which-is-earth-no-42/) - During this Gallery Gathering, we will take a closer look at Liu Kuo Sung’s Which is Earth No. 42, part of the artist’s Space Series that was inspired by photographs of Earth taken from the Apollo 8 mission in 1968. This piece is included in the exhibition Ink Rhapsody: The Art of the Lingnan Masters
- [Wonder Walk: Ink and Imagination](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-ink-and-imagination/) - Step into a world of ink and imagination! Join us as we explore the beauty of Chinese ink paintings. We’ll discover how artists use ink to create amazing scenes full of life and movement. Get ready to spot delicate brushstrokes and bold splashes.
- [The Art of the Brush: Family Night with Chinese Ink Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-art-of-the-brush-family-night-with-chinese-ink-painting/) - Discover the beauty and expression of Chinese ink painting! Start the evening by exploring Ink Rhapsody: The Art of the Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong and get inspired by the dynamic brushwork. Then bring your ideas to life with a fun, hands-on art activity. Ink painting will be offered for ages 8 and older. This
- [Artful Evening: Joy Light Lecture in East Asian Art: East Asian Birding in the Galleries](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-joy-light-lecture-in-east-asian-art-east-asian-birding-in-the-galleries/) - Chinese, Korean, and Japanese artists have been painting pictures of birds for more than 1000 years. With an estimated 50 billion birds flying around us all the time, this comes as little surprise. Birders, who partake in one of the globe’s fastest-growing, multi-generational pastimes, know our feathered friends offer endless variety and incredible beauty. During
- [Wonder Walk: Summer Stroll](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-summer-stroll/) - Get ready for a sunny art adventure! We’re taking a stroll through the galleries to discover artworks that capture the fun and warmth of summer. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden surprises and splashy colors as we dive into summer-inspired art! Please note: Our elevator will be temporarily unavailable through August 11 due to a
- [Artful Evening: Coding Light](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-a-conversation-with-leo-villareal/) - Learn more about the artist behind the Leo Villareal: Interstellar exhibition! During this virtual Artful Evening, Villareal will discuss the last twenty years of his career, delving deep into his practice of using code and light to create his work -- from gallery exhibitions to complex architectural projects to monumental public artworks. Leo Villareal is
- [Book Discussion: Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-black-in-blues-how-a-color-tells-the-story-of-my-people-by-imani-perry/) - by Imani Perry About the Book: Imani Perry explores the deep cultural and emotional ties between the history of Black people and the color blue. From indigo cloths traded during slavery to blues music’s blend of sorrow and resilience, Perry weaves personal narrative, history, and art into a powerful meditation on race. Drawing on symbols
- [Book Discussion: Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections between Mathematics and Literature](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-once-upon-a-prime-the-wondrous-connections-between-mathematics-and-literature/) - by Sarah B. Hart About the Book: Dr. Sarah Hart argues that literature and mathematics complement each other in illustrating humanity’s journey. Books like Moby Dick, Alice in Wonderland, and Jurassic Park feature mathematical ideas that deepen their meaning. Through humor and insight, this exploration reveals how recognizing math in literature can enrich our appreciation
- [Book Discussion: Old in Art School](https://www.kiarts.org/event/old-in-art-school/) - by Nell Painter About this book: Celebrated historian Dr. Nell Painter shares her story of returning to art school at the age of 64. Painter illustrates her unique perspective by offering insights on the intersection of art and sexism, ageism, and racism throughout her personal journey to earning a BFA and MFA. This memoir will
- [Ink Rhapsody: Members' Preview Event](https://www.kiarts.org/event/ink-rhapsody-members-preview-event/) - KIA members are invited to join us for the Members' Preview for our newest exhibition Ink Rhapsody: The Art of Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong before it opens to the public. Park for free in the South St and Lovell St parking lots on the north & south sides of the KIA's campus. This event
- [Summer Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/centennial-community-day/) - You’re invited to a fun-filled day! This special family-oriented event will feature exciting activities, outstanding exhibits, fun games, and much more. Whether you're a long-time KIA enthusiast or a first-time visitor, this event will provide something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Time Activity 11am Community Day begins 11am–5pm Summer Scavenger Hunt in
- [Adorable Artsy Robots](https://www.kiarts.org/event/adorable-artsy-robots/) - Art and engineering come together to create adorable artsy robots! Drop by the library to make your own creation, then switch on the motor and watch the magic happen! Robots swirl and dance around, creating colorful patterns. Be inspired by the amazing patterns and colors in the exhibition Leo Villareal: Interstellar! Please note that supplies
- [Leo Villareal Family Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/leo-villareal-family-night/) - Step into a night where art meets science! Join us at 6pm for a guided tour of the mesmerizing digital creations of Leo Villareal, where code and light come together to make art. Afterward, dive into some exciting projects that mix science, art, and creativity! If you are unable to join us right at 6:00,
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia-5/) - 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.
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia-4/) - 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.
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia-2/) - 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.
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia-3/) - 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.
- [Gallery Shop Artist Feature: Ten26 Studio - Danielle Vincent](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-shop-artist-feature-ten26-studio-danielle-vincent/) - During select Free Thursdays at the KIA, we’re highlighting artists from the Gallery Shop. On July 31, join us in the Gallery Shop as Danielle Vincent shares her handmade jewelry. About Ten26 Studio: "I’ve been making jewelry for nearly 20 years, drawn to the challenge (and magic) of building forms by hand. Soldering is my
- [Artful Evening: BODEWADMI NDAW Screening and Potawatomi Language Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-bodewadmi-ndaw-screening-and-potawatomi-language-workshop/) - Join us for a screening of local filmmaker Davis Henderson’s newly-released film, BODEWADMI NDAW. This documentary is focused on the efforts of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi to revitalize their rapidly disappearing language, Bodéwadmimwen. Following the screening and a Q&A with Henderson, Holden Day will lead a beginner's
- [Gallery Gathering: Leo Villareal: Interstellar](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-leo-villareal-interstellar/) - Step into a unique digital world created by artist Leo Villareal during this Gallery Gathering. Using technology to explore the realms of both the cosmic and the human, Villareal invites guests to wonder and reflect on our places in the universe and the journeys we share. Together we will explore this innovative exhibition where light
- [Wonder Walks: Reality and Imagination](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-reality-and-imagination/) - Join us on a journey through the KIA’s permanent collection, discovering pieces that reflect real life and others that stretch the boundaries of imagination.
- [2025 West Michigan Area Show People's Choice Award Announcement](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2025-west-michigan-area-show-peoples-choice-award-announcement/) - Join us at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts for the announcement of the the West Michigan Area Shows 2025 People's Choice Award! The People's Choice Award is sponsored by the Arts Council of Great Kalamazoo. Visit the galleries by Sunday, July 6 to vote for the People's Choice Award. The work of West Michigan’s talented
- [Juneteenth Family Afternoon](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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 a scavenger hunt, drop-in low-mess art activities, and a guided tour, starting at noon, focusing on artworks created by African American artists.
- [Art Detectives: A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-a-very-big-fall-by-emmy-kastner/) - This October, Art Detectives will explore the wonders of fall! We’ll read a charming story about some hesitant leaves who aren’t quite ready to change colors and let go. Then, we’ll search the galleries for autumn-themed art and create our own leaf-inspired creation.
- [Wonder Walk: Artful Autumn](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-artful-autumn/) - Join us for a colorful autumn adventure through the galleries! We’ll explore artworks that capture the magic of fall. Along the way, we’ll look for warm colors, interesting textures, and hidden surprises that celebrate the beauty of the season. Bring your imagination and get ready to see autumn through the eyes of artists!
- [ArtBreak: Impressionism, Expressionism, and the Art of Music](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-impressionism-expressionism-and-the-art-of-music/) - Claude Debussy, a friend of Monet, wanted to be a painter. Instead, he used music to create evocative, beautiful pictures. His contemporary Maurice Ravel turned the miraculous seascapes of Impressionist painters into sparkling piano pieces. In Vienna, Arnold Schoenberg, also a serious painter, wrote music that pushed traditional boundaries to their limit. In his opera
- [Fired Together: A Community Celebration of Clay](https://www.kiarts.org/event/fired-together-a-community-celebration-of-clay/) - Join us for an exploration of clay during our free September Community Day. Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library for an easy drop-in art project. You can also take part in building and decorating a community pot that will be fired in the KIA’s anagama wood kiln. If you would like to deepen your
- [Art Detectives: Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-wabi-sabi-by-mark-reibstein/) - Embark on a Japanese-inspired Art Detectives adventure! We’ll read the story of Wabi Sabi, a curious little cat in Japan on a quest to discover the meaning of her name. Then, we’ll explore beautiful wood-fired ceramic pots before creating our own multimedia masterpiece. Stick around for Community Day at the KIA! Watch pottery demos in
- [Artist’s Talk with Holly Roberts](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-with-holly-roberts/) - 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 field of photography is without
- [Artful Evening: WMAS Juror’s Talk with Dr. Hubert Massey](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-wmas-jurors-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
- [Wonder Walks: Light and Movement](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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.
- [2025 Director's Circle Event](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2025-directors-circle-event/) - As a thank you for your continued support of the KIA, please save the date for the Director’s Circle event this summer. Please click here to learn more about the Director's Circle Event. Photo of guest speaker Rod Bigelow by Iron Lotus Creative / Stephen Ironside
- [2025 West Michigan Area Show Awards Night and Members' Preview](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2025-wmas-awards/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show.
- [Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale/2025-12-06/) - Come celebrate the 52nd annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [2025 Annual Meeting](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2025-annual-meeting/) - The Board of Directors cordially invites current KIA members to join us for the 2025 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 16. The meeting will take place at 6:00PM, preceded by a reception at 5:30PM at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts – 314 S. Park Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Hear how you have helped shape the work
- [Beading to Basketry: Hands-on Artmaking with Indigenous Artists](https://www.kiarts.org/event/beading-to-basketry/) - A few additional seats have been opened up in the following workshops: Beading (10 AM), Quilling on Birch Bark (1:30 PM), Beading (1:30 PM), and Basswood Cordage (4 PM). To register, please contact museumed@kiarts.org and indicate which workshop(s) you'd like to take. Reservations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the Kalamazoo Institute
- [Kalamazoo Trivia Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kalamazoo-trivia-night/) - Join us for an evening of laughter, learning, and local pride! This interactive event is inspired by the KIA’s Sourced from the ’Zoo exhibition, which celebrates the people, places, and stories that make Kalamazoo unique. We’re teaming up with Crawlspace Comedy Theatre, one of Kalamazoo’s most beloved performance groups, to deliver an entertaining and high-energy
- [Gallery Shop Artist Feature: Peggy Orosz-Boslar & David Boslar](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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.
- [High School Area Show: Opening Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/high-school-area-show-opening-day/) - The High School Area Show offers a unique opportunity for high school artists from Kalamazoo and surrounding counties to participate in a juried exhibition and display their work in a museum setting. This program also provides students the chance to win scholarships and prizes. The KIA is proud to support emerging artistic talent and committed
- [Art Detectives: We Are Definitely Human](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-we-are-definitely-human/) - by X Fang In May, Art Detectives will read a story about human kindness and acceptance, dive into JooYoung Choi’s colorful world in An Infinite Constellation of Love, and design their own fantastical creatures. Thank you to our sponsors:
- [Wonder Walk: Colors and Characters](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-colors-and-characters/) - You’re invited to take a walk through JooYoung Choi’s imaginative world of colors and characters. We’ll meet Pound Cake Man, his daughter, Emma Pound Cake Girl and many others.
- [Gallery Gathering: Family Exploration of An Infinite Constellation of Love](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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
- [Family Night at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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
- [ArtBreak: Mies van der Rohe’s Democratic Vision: A Century of Community Engagement at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-mies-van-der-rohes-democratic-vision-a-century-of-community-engagement-at-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts/) - In February 1943, Mies van der Rohe published his “Museum for a Small City” in Architectural Forum. Architectural historians have long been fascinated with the concept drawings, but often refer to the plans as never having been realized. And yet, archival evidence suggests that Mies’ “Museum for a Small City” was indeed realized in 1961,
- [Gallery Gathering: Wellness in the ‘Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-wellness-in-the-zoo/) - During this Gallery Gathering, hear from community members whose pieces are included in our Sourced from the ‘Zoo exhibition. With a focus on artworks and objects relating to self-care and wellbeing, we will explore the galleries together and hear the stories behind several of these pieces. Gallery stools will be available. After the gathering, stick
- [Artful Evening: Building Community through Art and Music](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evenings-building-community-through-art-and-music/) - During this immersive Artful Evening event, Rev. Millard Southern will speak about the power of visual art and music to create and sustain communities, bringing diverse voices and perspectives together in harmony with one another. Following his short talk, the Bill Cessna Trio will perform live in our galleries, with Bill Cessna on keyboard, Joe
- [Nurturing the Self in Turbulent Times: A Care-Centered Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/nurturing-self/) - Join us for a restorative, thought-provoking workshop led by Alessandra Santos Pye and Kama Tai Mitchell. This session offers mindfulness practices, creative expression, movement, and group discussions to help you reflect, recharge, and connect. Explore self-care techniques while honoring individual stories and experiences. Whether you're new to wellness or an enthusiast, this workshop will foster
- [ArtBreak: Precarious Living](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-precarious-living/) - During this ArtBreak, artist and educator Tom Rice will discuss the evolution of his large-scale drawings and installations that address the global climate crisis. The increasing size and frequency of hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and floods are symptoms of a seismic transition from a relatively stable climate to a new normal. The denial of these signs
- [Book Discussion: Any Person is the Only Self](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-any-person-is-the-only-sel/) - by Elisa Gabbert Every life is a unique experience but what commonalities unite us? How can our personal stories be relatable? Books, music, art—we may view these differently, yet we relate to common themes. Gabbert considers how these perceptions influence our understanding in regard to artforms. These 16 essays look at who we are when
- [Celebrating World Collage Day with Collage Crew Kzoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/celebrating-world-collage-day-with-collage-crew-kzoo/) - Stop by the Fine Arts Library to celebrate World Collage Day. Create a collage with Errin Ironside from Collage Crew Kzoo. Inspired by the Sourced from the 'Zoo exhibition, participants can create a personal collage aligned with the themes of the show. Pieces will be showcased in our library window for a month following the
- [2025 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2025-kia-arts-fair-2/) - 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.
- [2025 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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.
- [Centennial: REMIX](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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
- [Artful Evening: Wellness and Personal Enrichment Sampler](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wellness-and-personal-enrichment-sampler/) - One 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
- [Art League: Mary Brodbeck: Woodblock Printmaker - Influences and Evolution](https://www.kiarts.org/event/mary-brodbeck-woodblock-printmaker-influences-and-evolution/) - Mary Brodbeck worked as an Industrial Designer in the West Michigan furniture industry for a dozen years – many of her designs hold US patents – before shifting to image-making in the 1990s. In her Art League presentation, Mary will reveal why she left the corporate environment to pursue an art career, who and what
- [Gallery Gathering: Sourced from the ‘Zoo](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sourced-from-the-zoo/) - During this special hour-long Gallery Gathering, join us for a gallery walkthrough with members of our local community who have contributed items to the Sourced from the ‘Zoo exhibition. Presenters include Anthony Hamilton and Ben Zylman, Olivia Mendoza, James Palmore, Leasia Posey, Sara Rio, Millard Southern, and Kris Walker. Gallery stools will be available.
- [Art Detectives: Meet Me at the Art Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/event/meet-me-at-the-art-museum/) - by 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
- [Sustainable Reading: The Great KIA Book Swap](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sustainable-reading-the-great-kia-book-swap/) - As 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
- [Motawi Tileworks Trunk Show](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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
- [ArtBreak: Tiny Dancers: Puppets from Around the World](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-art-of-puppetry/) - In this virtual ArtBreak, explore the art of puppetry with Bradford Clark, Professor of Theatre at Bowling Green State University. With a strong emphasis in puppetry, Clark has visited collections, studied with or interviewed artists, and attended conferences, festivals, and theatrical performances in India, Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, Japan, China, Taiwan, the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria
- [“Into My Blood”: John Marin’s “Maine Soil” and “Yankee Folk”](https://www.kiarts.org/event/into-my-blood-john-marins-maine-soil-and-yankee-folk/) - During this special offsite lecture, Dr. James Denison, Postdoctoral Fellow at Kalamazoo College and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, will offer a new interpretation of the artist John Marin’s (1870–1953) work in Maine. Drawing on Marin’s writings, Denison’s presentation will investigate the artist’s attempted assimilation into what he perceived to be a rustic “Yankee” community
- [Book Discussion: Scarlet in Blue](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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
- [ArtBreak: Kirk Newman Art School Resident Talks](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-kirk-newman-art-school-resident-talks/) - 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
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County Opening Weekend - Day 2](https://www.kiarts.org/event/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-opening-2/) - The KIA is proud to celebrate the talent of young artists, highlighting the colorful and impressive artwork of students from kindergarten through 8th grade in its annual Young Artists of Kalamazoo County exhibition. Each Spring, art teachers from participating schools select the artwork, providing the KIA with the opportunity to collaborate with our community’s highly-regarded
- [Joy Light Lecture Series: Exploring the Power of Visual Art and World-Building](https://www.kiarts.org/event/exploring-the-power-of-visual-art-and-world-building/) - Join interdisciplinary artist and world-builder JooYoung Choi as she shares insights into her studio practice and creative process. Choi is the creator of The Cosmic Womb, a highly structured imaginary world where she develops narratives that blend autobiographical and fantastic elements. Her work explores themes of identity, resilience, transformation, transracial adoption, birth family reunion, immigration,
- [CANCELED: Dr. Abbas Daneshvari: American and European Art in the Crucible of Postmodernism](https://www.kiarts.org/event/dr-abbas-daneshvari-american-and-european-art-in-the-crucible-of-postmodernism/) - 3/11 UPDATE: This event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Kalamazoo Art League Presents: Dr. Abbas Daneshvari, Art Historian & Scholar: Postmodernism Across Western and Eastern Arts: Of Language and Truth Explore the cultural transformations anticipated and reflected in the arts of Europe and the United States from the Surrealists to the Postmodernists.
- [Disclosure Film Screening and Community Conversation](https://www.kiarts.org/event/disclosure-film-screening-and-community-conversation/) - Join us for a free screening and discussion of the award-winning Netflix documentary Disclosure (2020). Disclosure offers an eye-opening look at transgender depictions in film and television, revealing how Hollywood simultaneously reflects and manufactures our deepest anxieties about gender. Leading trans thinkers and creatives, including Laverne Cox, Lilly Wachowski, Yance Ford, Mj Rodriguez, Jamie Clayton,
- [ArtBreak: Tejer](https://www.kiarts.org/event/tejer/) - In anticipation of Wellspring’s annual RADFest, hear from this year’s RADicle Resident! Puerto Rican movement artist Lourdes del Mar Santiago Lebrón will discuss their new work, Tejer, inspired by the process of weaving. They observe, “Tejido (weaving) relies on pattern making and repetition; the practice, much like dance, requires patience, consistency, and practice. The ephemerality
- [Young Artists of Kalamazoo County Opening](https://www.kiarts.org/event/young-artists-of-kalamazoo-county-opening/) - The KIA is proud to celebrate the talent of young artists, highlighting the colorful and impressive artwork of students from kindergarten through 8th grade in its annual Young Artists of Kalamazoo County exhibition. Each Spring, art teachers from participating schools select the artwork, providing the KIA with the opportunity to collaborate with our community’s highly-regarded
- [Kirk Newman Art School Hands On Event](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kirk-newman-art-school-hands-on-event/) - Thinking of taking a class at the KIA? "Make it and take it all in one night" and join us for the School's Hands On event as it returns during Art Hop on Friday, March 7 from 6 to 9pm! This fun, fast-paced art making evening features a range of activities and creative projects highlighting
- [Community Day: Movement and Play](https://www.kiarts.org/event/community-day-movement-and-play/) - During this fun-filled Community Day, guests of all ages are invited to come to the KIA to move and to play, to imagine and to create. Following a special Art Detectives led by a teaching artist from Wellspring Dance Academy, guests of all ages are invited to gather for games of all sorts -- from
- [High School Area Show Opening](https://www.kiarts.org/event/high-school-area-show-opening/) - The High School Area Show offers a unique opportunity for high school artists from Kalamazoo and surrounding counties to participate in a juried exhibition and display their work in a museum setting. The KIA is proud to support emerging artistic talent and committed to increasing young people’s access to the arts and arts education. This
- [Sourced from the 'Zoo: Member & Exhibitor Preview](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sourced-from-the-zoo-member-exhibitor-preview/) - KIA members, community partners, and those exhibiting their treasured objects are invited to join us for a special preview event celebrating Sourced from the ‘Zoo. Hear from the KIA's Executive Director, Michelle Hargrave, and Director of Curatorial Affairs, Rehema Barber, on this dynamic exhibition dedicated to highlighting community voices. Light refreshments will be available. About
- [ArtBreak: Virtual Artist’s Talk with Leslie Barlow](https://www.kiarts.org/event/virtual-artists-talk-with-leslie-barlow/) - During this virtual ArtBreak, learn about visual artist Leslie Barlow, whose painting Atquezali, At Indigenous Roots is featured in the ongoing KIA exhibition Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century. Barlow’s colorful, life-size oil paintings serve as both monuments to community members and explorations into the ways in which race entangles the intimate spheres of
- [Sourced from the 'Zoo: Public Opening](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sourced-from-the-zoo-public-opening/) - Sourced from the 'Zoo opens to the public in conjunction with Art Hop on Friday, March 7 from 5–8pm. Sourced from the ‘Zoo is a community-wide exhibition celebrating the vibrancy and diversity of Kalamazoo and its residents. This dynamic, crowdsourced exhibition is a platform for everyone in Kalamazoo to participate, creating a shared space for
- [Richard Phillips: Strokes of Freedom](https://www.kiarts.org/event/richard-phillips-strokes-of-freedom/) - Detroit artist Richard Phillips started painting while in prison with a mail order watercolor set: landscapes, portraits of famous people, jazz musicians, and more, eventually creating over 400 paintings. Arrested in 1971 for a murder he didn’t commit, Phillips was in prison for 46 years. Creating art enabled him to persist and deal with the
- [Art Detectives: Tap! Tap! Tap!: Dance! Dance! Dance!](https://www.kiarts.org/event/tap-tap-tap-dance-dance-dance/) - March is all about movement! Join us as we engage our hands with a story and a colorful painting project, followed by a fun movement session led by a Wellspring Academy teaching artist. Wellspring Dance Academy provides modern and contemporary dance instruction, while emphasizing organic movement and valuing community, expression, and inclusivity. We will be
- [ArtBreak: Modern Dance in Rehearsal](https://www.kiarts.org/event/modern-dance-in-rehearsal/) - Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers is proud to be in collaboration with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for a unique offering of music and movement titled Sound in Motion. Sound in Motion will include new choreographic works by Marisa Bianan, the recently appointed Artistic Director, along with a selection from the Wellspring repertoire choreographed by founder Cori
- [KIA Tiny Art Show](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kia-tiny-art-show/) - In 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
- [ArtBreak: Sourced from the ‘Zoo: Epic Explorations](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sourced-from-the-zoo-epic-explorations/) - During 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
- [ArtBreak: Connecting Chords / Engaging Drums](https://www.kiarts.org/event/connecting-chords-engaging-drums/) - During this ArtBreak, Elizabeth Start will offer an overview of the history and mission of Kalamazoo’s Connecting Chords Music Festival, including a description of their 2025 collaboration with K-RESA Education for the Arts to bring San Jose Taiko to town for a public performance on March 25, coupled with concerts for youth. Carolyn Koebel will
- [Book Discussion: Solito: A Memoir](https://www.kiarts.org/event/solito-a-memoir/) - by Javier Zamora This poignant memoir recalls Zamora's harrowing journey from El Salvador to the United States, making the dangerous trek alone at nine years old. Zamora reflects on the emotional toll of being separated from his family as well as fear of the unknown. Solito is a raw and powerful exploration of the immigrant
- [Member Appreciation Week: Member Morning](https://www.kiarts.org/event/member-appreciation-week-member-morning/) - Kick the weekend off with a relaxing visit to our galleries! Enjoy hot beverages and pastries, and take advantage of your additional 5% member discount at the Gallery Shop.
- [Artful Evening: Image Meets Text: A Legendary Poetry Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-image-meets-text-a-legendary-poetry-workshop-2/) - Rescheduled! The exhibition Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century invites visitors to view much-loved pieces from the KIA’s collection in fresh ways, often drawing unexpected connections between very different works of art. In keeping with this concept, educational programming throughout the run of the exhibition will offer guests opportunities to engage with the visual arts
- [ArtBreak: Black Ash Basketry: A Story of Cultural Resilience](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-black-ash-basketry-a-story-of-cultural-resilience/) - Please note: ArtBreaks are moving to Wednesdays in 2025. Join us for a screening of the film Black Ash Basketry: A Story of Cultural Resilience. A collaborative project of the Great Lakes Lifeways Institute, Grand Rapids Community College, and the Goodwillie Environmental School, this film explores the role that black ash basketry has played in
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-bridges-access-for-all-2/) - Enjoy free admission and extended hours until 8pm every Thursday, thanks to generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.
- [Member Appreciation Week - Members’ Mingle](https://www.kiarts.org/event/member-appreciation-week-members-mingle/) - Join us for light refreshments, open galleries, and interactive activities throughout the KIA.
- [Member Appreciation Week - Bring A Friend: Legendary Voices Tour](https://www.kiarts.org/event/member-appreciation-week-bring-a-friend-legendary-voices-tour/) - Join Associate Curator Katherine Ransbottom and bring a friend for a tour of Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century before it closes! Light refreshments will be available starting at 5:30pm and the tour will begin in the School Commons promptly at 5:45pm. Also enjoy an additional 5% off your member discount on your purchases
- [Book Discussion: The House in the Cerulean Sea](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-house-in-the-cerulean-sea/) - by 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
- [The Garden of Courage and Love Workshop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-garden-of-courage-and-love-workshop/) - The Garden of Courage and Love is an ongoing artist project by JooYoung Choi where participants create flowers representing people who have shown them unconditional love. These flowers will be added to a growing garden that has been exhibited in multiple installations. Participants will create two larger flowers—one to take home and one to donate
- [Gallery Gathering: An Infinite Constellation of Love](https://www.kiarts.org/event/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. Guests of all ages are welcome! Gallery stools will be available.
- [Art Detectives: The First Blade of Sweetgrass](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-first-blade-of-sweet-grass/) - by Suzanne Greenlaw and Gabriel Frey Let’s learn about landscapes! We’ll begin with a book to see how the illustrator expresses them, visit the galleries to observe how artists portray them, and finally, you’ll create one of your own to take home.
- [Sunday Tour: National Day of Racial Healing with the Michigan Transformation Collective](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-tour-legendary-voices-art-for-the-next-century-exhibit-2-2-2-2/) - In partnership with the Michigan Transformation Collective and the National Day of Racial Healing, join a drop-in tour at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts on Sunday, January 19 from 1:30-2:30pm to explore and discuss art and artists who have used art for healing, to highlight resilience, promote community building, call attention to marginalization, showcase their
- [Gallery Gatherings: Roscoe Hall and Tylonn Sawyer; Chinese Goddess Figures](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-roscoe-halls-with-great-intent-to-leave-it-all-for-you-and-tylonn-sawyers-american-woman-columbia/) - We are combining January's planned Gallery Gathering with a rescheduled one from December! First from 5:30–6pm, we will delve into questions of American life and identity with a discussion of Roscoe Hall’s With Great Intent to Leave It All For You and Tylonn Sawyer’s American Woman: Columbia. These pieces are paired together in Legendary Voices:
- [Artful Evening: Movement in the Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-movement-in-the-museum/) - Kalamazoo holds the unique distinction of being home to one of the nation’s longest-standing, small professional modern dance companies. Celebrating its 44th year in 2025, Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers hail from a distinct lineage of pioneer modern dance companies. Since its founding in 1981, the organization has introduced thousands to the art of dance, enriched
- [Book Discussion: Get the Picture: A Mind-Bending Journey Among the Inspired Artists and Obsessive Art Fiends Who Taught Me How to See](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-get-the-picture-a-mind-bending-journey-among-the-inspired-artists-and-obsessive-art-fiends-who-taught-me-how-to-see/) - by Bianca Bosker Bianca Bosker takes a deep dive into the art world, examining the way we see and experience art in this funny and gripping memoir. Bosker investigates how and why art takes hold of our senses and even our person in such different and profound ways, looking at perspectives from gallerists, collectors, curators,
- [ArtBreak: Ekphrastic Showdown](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-ekphrastic-showdown/) - Please note: ArtBreaks are moving to Wednesdays in 2025. During this ArtBreak, artists Mary Hatch and Elizabeth Kerlikowske will join us to discuss their latest collaboration. Falling Women, the duo’s third co-authored publication, features paintings by Hatch and ekphrastic poetry by Kerlikowske. Guests will hear a sampling of Kerlikowske’s poems while viewing images of the
- [Art Detectives: My Hands Sing the Blues: Romare Bearden’s Childhood Journey](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-my-hands-sing-the-blues-romare-beardens-childhood-journey/) - by Jeanne Walker Harvey Romare Bearden has been described as the nation’s foremost collage artist. Art Detectives will view a work by Bearden in Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century, as well as the work of other collagists. After exploring in the galleries we’ll create a collage to take home. Art Detectives is for
- [Gallery Gathering: Karl Knaths’ Wounded Tree and Harold David Landes’ Pink Tree](https://www.kiarts.org/event/karl-knaths-wounded-tree-and-harold-david-landes-pink-tree/) - Take a closer look at two paintings featured in the Legendary Voices exhibition: Karl Knaths’ Wounded Tree and Harold David Landes’ Pink Tree. How do these artists approach similar subject matter in distinctive ways? Gallery stools will be available.
- [Wonder Walk: I spy…](https://www.kiarts.org/event/i-spy/) - There are so many things to find in the art on the walls. Let’s take a walk through the galleries and see what we can spy with our little eyes.
- [Artful Evening: Artist’s Talk with Kelly Church](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-with-kelly-church/) - Meet artist Kelly Church, an Ottawa/Pottawatomi black ash basket maker, fiber artist, educator, activist, and culture keeper. A member of the Gun Lake Band in Michigan and descendent of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Ojibwe, she comes from an unbroken line of black ash basket makers and from the largest black ash weaving
- [Wonder Walk: Lines](https://www.kiarts.org/event/lines/) - Join us as we wander through the galleries and see how many unique and creative lines we can find in the artworks.
- [Wonder Walk: Young Artists](https://www.kiarts.org/event/young-artists/) - The galleries are brimming with amazing artwork made by kids! Let’s take a stroll and see what they’ve created.
- [Book Discussion: Black Indian: A Memoir](https://www.kiarts.org/event/black-indian-a-memoir-by-shonda-buchanan-2/) - by Shonda Buchanan This powerful, deeply personal narrative explores Buchanan’s complex identity. She reflects on the trauma, resilience, and strength passed down through generations, as well as the tensions and misunderstandings she encountered due to her mixed heritage. Throughout, she weaves in stories of her ancestors, shedding light on the hidden and painful history of
- [Wonder Walk: Patterns](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-patterns/) - Take a Wonder Walk through the galleries! The walk will include close looking at a few artworks as well as gallery games and activities. This is a great way to introduce your little one to art and the museum. Wonder Walks is for children 2-4 years old (but all are welcome) and is free with
- [Sunday Tour: Highlights of 100 years](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-tour-highlights-of-100-years-2/) - Exceptional docent-guided gallery tours are on Sundays at 1:30pm. Gain a fresh perspective on selected artworks, or re-engage your excitement around the permanent collection. Tours are included with admission and meet in the lobby; no reservations are required.
- [Sunday Tour: Highlights from the permanent collections](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-tour-highlights-from-the-permanent-collection-2-2/) - Exceptional docent-guided gallery tours are on Sundays at 1:30pm. Gain a fresh perspective on selected artworks, or re-engage your excitement around the permanent collection. Tours are included with admission and meet in the lobby; no reservations are required.
- [Sunday Tour: Highlights of 100 years](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-tour-highlights-of-100-years-2-2/) - Exceptional docent-guided gallery tours are on Sundays at 1:30pm. Gain a fresh perspective on selected artworks, or re-engage your excitement around the permanent collection. Tours are included with admission and meet in the lobby; no reservations are required.
- [CANCELED: Gallery Gathering: Chinese Goddess Figures](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-chinese-goddess-figures/) - Update: Due to inclement weather, this event is canceled and will be rescheduled. We will gather in the Joy Light Gallery to observe a trio of figures representing Bixia Yuanjun and Guanyin. Sometimes conflated with one another, these two Chinese goddesses are both associated with compassion, protection, and fertility. They differ, however, in their stories
- [ArtBreak: Maya Lin: A Strong, Clear Vision](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-maya-lin-a-strong-clear-vision/) - Join us in observing Memorial Day with a screening of the 1994 film Maya Lin: A Strong, Clear Vision.This Academy Award-winning documentary tells the story of architect-sculptor Maya Lin, whose design for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was selected from over a thousand submissions when she was a 21-year-old student at Yale University. The film explores
- [Gallery Gathering: Fritz Scholder’s Diptych](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-fritz-scholders-diptych/) - The KIA is thrilled to announce Gallery Gatherings, a pilot series for adult audiences! During this short monthly program, participants will engage with ongoing exhibitions, gathering for close observation and lightly moderated discussions of selected artworks on view in our galleries. This program is free with the cost of admission. Preregistration is encouraged. Our inaugural
- [ArtBreak: Legendary Artist’s Talk: James Palmore](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-legendary-artists-talk-james-palmore/) - Get to know local artist James C. Palmore, who has long been a pillar of the fine and performing arts communities in Kalamazoo. Palmore’s interest in the arts was first sparked when he was a student in the Kalamazoo Public School system. In the 1970s, he took art classes at Kalamazoo Valley Community College before
- [ArtBreak: Exploring Common Myths about the Samurai](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-exploring-common-myths-about-the-samurai/) - The remarkable success of the 2024 television series Shogun is only the latest example of popular fascination with Japan’s historical warriors, the samurai. Despite all this attention, the samurai remain puzzling for many people: products of both history and myth who have been repeatedly reinvented and used to explain everything from Japanese business practices to
- [Artful Evening: Party to a Secret: Exploring the Arts through  Betty Beeby’s Lithographs](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-party-to-a-secret-exploring-the-arts-through-betty-beebys-lithographs/) - Together with the Ladies' Library Association, we invite you to this multidisciplinary presentation in connection to Michigan artist Betty Beeby. Through the visual arts, music, and dance, we will examine Beeby's long-reaching artistic influence, inspired by the story of the Petersboro Letters. When letters are unearthed in the family barn detailing a long-lost relationship between
- [ArtBreak: Curatorial Conversation on Legendary Voices](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-curatorial-conversation-on-legendary-voices/) - The KIA’s centennial exhibition Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century features idiomatic and often unexpected pairings and groups of works from our permanent collection. Displayed in conversation with one another, these works have the potential to spark new interpretations and to reveal new meanings to the viewer. In celebration of the KIA’s centennial, the
- [Express Yourself! Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/express-yourself-community-day/) - Join us for a day of art-filled fun during the Express Yourself! Community Day. Explore the museum to learn about art and see how artists express themselves through their artwork. Gain inspiration and express yourself with make-and-take projects and other fun activities. Express Yourself! Community Day is free, thanks to the generous support provided by
- [Art Detectives: Shaped by Her Hands: Potter Maria Martinez](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-shaped-by-her-hands-potter-maria-martinez/) - by Anna Harber Freeman and Barbara Gonzales In December we will learn about potter Maria Martinez. During a guided gallery tour, Art Detectives will view a piece by Martinez as well as other ceramic artists featured in the Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century exhibition. After our walk through the galleries, we’ll make a
- [Art Detectives: Dancing Through Fields of Color: The Story of Helen Frankenthaler](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-dancing-through-fields-of-color-the-story-of-helen-frankenthaler/) - by Elizabeth Brown Join Arty to learn about abstract expressionist artist Helen Frankenthaler. We’ll read a story about her childhood, create a project inspired by her artwork, and explore some of the abstract works currently hanging in the galleries. Art Detectives is for children 4-8 years old (but all ages are welcome). Come join us
- [College Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/college-night/) - Join us for College Night at the KIA on Thursday, November 7 from 6 pm to 8 pm. This free event for all college students includes games, food, music, raffles, and interactive activities. Just bring your college ID & connect with students from WMU, Kalamazoo College, KVCC, and more! Come explore the museum, and enjoy
- [Art Bridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-bridges-free-admission/) - As part of the KIA’s mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [Art Bridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-bridges-access-for-all/) - As part of the KIA’s mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [ArtBreak: Let Freedom Swing: Jazz Music in American Culture](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-let-freedom-swing-jazz-music-in-american-culture/) - Led by Rev. Millard Southern, this ArtBreak will feature an interactive, jazz-style conversation on topics such as race, culture, and religion with some of Kalamazoo's most-sought after and in-demand jazz musicians. Together they will discuss and demonstrate many of the core characteristics of jazz music, as well as the genre’s powerful potential for bringing communities
- [Wonder Walk: Shapes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-shapes/) - Take a Wonder Walk through the galleries! The walk will include close looking at a few artworks as well as gallery games and activities. This is a great way to introduce your little one to art and the museum. Wonder Walks is for children 2-4 years old (but all are welcome) and is free with
- [Wonder Walk: Portraits](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-portraits/) - Take a Wonder Walk through the galleries! The walk will include close looking at a few artworks as well as gallery games and activities. This is a great way to introduce your little one to art and the museum. Wonder Walks is for children 2-4 years old (but all are welcome) and is free with
- [Gallery Gathering: Steven MacGowan’s Choice, No Choice and Tim Lowly’s Beacon (Bless the Bastard)](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-steven-macgowans-choice-no-choice-and-tim-lowlys-beacon-bless-the-bastard/) - November’s Gallery Gathering will focus on Steven MacGowan’s Choice, No Choice and Tim Lowly’s Beacon (Bless the Bastard), paired in conversation with one another in Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century. Very different in style and medium, both works serve as reflections of the artists’ experiences as fathers of children who battled serious illnesses.
- [ArtBreak: Glass Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-glass-art/) - Learn more about glass art with Ekin Deniz Aytac and Joshua Davids! A husband-and-wife team of artists hailing from Edremit, Turkey, and Colorado respectively, Aytac and Davids draw from a unique combination of culture, heritage, and experience to develop new works of glass art. They have lived, traveled, and created artwork together since 2014. Aytac
- [Book Discussion: The Friday Night Club: A Novel of Artist Hilma af Klint and Her Creative Circle](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-the-friday-night-club-a-novel-of-artist-hilma-af-klint-and-her-creative-circle/) - by Sofia Lundberg, Alyson Richman, and M.J. Rose With alternating storylines set in early 1900s Sweden and present-day New York City, this historical fiction book considers the enduring power of Hilma af Klint’s art. Hilma, along with four female friends, collectively known as The Five, gather together on Friday nights to perform seances in the
- [Book Discussion: The Samurai’s Garden](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-the-samurais-garden/) - by Gail Tsukiyama Set in the late 1930s during the Second Sino-Japanese war, a young Chinese man retreats to a serene coastal village in Japan to recover from tuberculosis. While healing, Stephen is cared for by a steward named Matsu whose story of loss and love intrigues Stephen. The two bond over the tranquil art
- [KNAS Holiday Art Sale: Members' Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/knas-holiday-art-sale-members-night/) - Come celebrate the 51st annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [Kalamazoo Art League: Brian Stewart: Art as Adaptation](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kalamazoo-art-league-brian-stewart-art-as-adaptation/) - Southern Africa is home to some of the world’s oldest and richest graphic traditions. Over the past 50 years, insights from the region have transformed our understanding of rock art worldwide. Dr. Stewart’s research offers insights and new understanding of the importance of art to our species’ evolutionary success. Dr. Stewart is an Associate Professor
- [Unusual Pairings with Collage Crew Kzoo and Errin Ironside](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unusual-pairings-with-collage-crew-kzoo-and-errin-ironside-2/) - Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library during Art Hop on November 1 from 5 to 8pm and create a collage. Inspired by the unusual pairings showcased in our centennial exhibition Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century, we ask participants to create a collage that could be showcased in our library window in conversation
- [Unusual Pairings with Collage Crew Kzoo and Errin Ironside](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unusual-pairings-with-collage-crew-kzoo-and-errin-ironside/) - Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library during Art Hop on November 1 from 5 to 8pm and create a collage. Inspired by the unusual pairings showcased in our centennial exhibition Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century, we ask participants to create a collage that could be showcased in our library window in conversation
- [KNAS Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/event/knas-holiday-art-sale-2/) - Come celebrate the 51st annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [KNAS Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/event/knas-holiday-art-sale/) - Come celebrate the 51st annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA, featuring artworks from the more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. This unique, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone this holiday season, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs.
- [Sunday Tour: Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century exhibit](https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-tour-legendary-voices-art-for-the-next-century-exhibit-2-2-2/) - Exceptional docent-guided gallery tours are on Sundays at 1:30pm. Gain a fresh perspective on selected artworks, or re-engage your excitement around the permanent collection. Tours are included with admission and meet in the lobby; no reservations are required.
- [Book Discussion: All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-all-the-beauty-in-the-world/) - by Patrick Bringley Patrick Bringley’s memoir offers an intimate look at his decade-long career as a museum guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Through his experiences, Bringley explores themes of art, beauty, loss, and the human connection to creative expression.The memoir provides a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's
- [Teacher Appreciation Night](https://www.kiarts.org/event/teacher-appreciation-night/) - All educators are invited to Teacher Appreciation Night at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! Please join us for an evening celebrating you and your commitment to education. What to expect: Door prizes for the first 50 teachers Appetizers and drinks Live music by Dylan Tolbert Make and take art project Feedback session (5:30pm-6:00pm) - let
- [South Street Print Fest: The KIA’s Steamroller Printmaking Event](https://www.kiarts.org/event/south-street-print-fest-the-kias-steamroller-printmaking-event/) - This first-ever event for the KIA celebrates the art of printmaking and welcomes the community to witness how a large steamroller can be used as a printing press to produce vibrant, large-scale prints from relief carvings. During the event, Kirk Newman Art School faculty and students will be printing new works in the KIA's South
- [ArtBreak: An Interartistic Dialogue Between Visual Poetry and Visual Art](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-an-interartistic-dialogue-between-visual-poetry-and-visual-art/) - Hedy Habra is a poet, artist, and essayist. During this ArtBreak, she will discuss and read selections from her recently-published poetry collection, Or Did You Ever See the Other Side? (Press 53, 2023). The ekphrastic poems in this volume focus on the feminine and are mainly inspired by contemporary and surrealist women artists from different
- [High School Portfolio Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/high-school-portfolio-day/) - Join us for High School Portfolio Day at the KIA. This event is open to high school juniors and seniors. Representatives from midwest colleges and universities will be available to review portfolios and offer admission advice. Please see this form for more information and to register for the event. If you have any questions please email museumed@kiarts.org. Event Sponsor:
- [2024 Annual Meeting](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2024-annual-meeting/) - The Board of Directors cordially invites current KIA members to join us for the 2024 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 17. The meeting will take place at 6:00PM, preceded by a reception at 5:30PM at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts - 314 S. Park Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Hear how you have helped shape the
- [Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century Members' Preview](https://www.kiarts.org/event/legendary-voices-art-for-the-next-century-members-preview/) - Please join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and live music prior to the public opening of the Legendary Voices: Art for the Next Century exhibition.
- [Gallery Gathering: Robert Seldon Duncanson’s Heart of the Andes and Jerry Kearns’ Right of Way, 1875-1922](https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-robert-seldon-duncansons-heart-of-the-andes-and-jerry-kearns-right-of-way-1875-1922/) - The KIA is thrilled to announce Gallery Gatherings, a pilot series for adult audiences! During this short monthly program, participants will engage with ongoing exhibitions, gathering for close observation and lightly moderated discussions of selected artworks on view in our galleries. This program is free with the cost of admission. Preregistration is encouraged. During this
- [ArtBreak: Building Safe Spaces](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-building-safe-spaces/) - Dell Darnell (they/them) is the founder of The Dapper Hammer and is a carpenter and woodworking educator. Darnell started The Dapper Hammer, Michigan’s first trans-owned teaching workshop, several years ago to chase a dream of supporting the community with their hands, building beautiful things, and sharing their passion of teaching people who are not traditionally
- [ArtBreak: The KIA Centennial: People, Places, and Events](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-kia-centennial-people-places-and-events/) - The KIA’s history is rich with remarkable men and women who, through their sheer grit and determination, guided us from a rented room in the YWCA to the “Best Art Institute between Detroit and Chicago.” Jim Carter, past president of the board of directors and current docent, will present KIA history in a series of
- [ArtBreak: From Deep Time to Body-Oddy-Oddies](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-from-deep-time-to-body-oddy-oddies/) - Eric Souther (he/him) is an Assistant Professor of Kinetic Imaging in the Gwen Frostic School of Art at Western Michigan University. During this ArtBreak lecture, he will present a short overview of his experimental media art practice, covering the topics of artificial intelligence, deep time, material agency, and his recent collaborative work with Benjamin Rosenthal:
- [Book Discussion: The Lonely City: Adventures in the Art of Being Alone](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-the-lonely-city/) - by Olivia Laing When author Olivia Laing moves to New York City in her mid-thirties for a relationship that ultimately ended, she finds herself profoundly alone. Seeking comfort in art, Laing ruminates on the intersection of solitude and art, examining the lives and works of several artists who grappled with isolation and used it as
- [ArtBreak: Gun Lake Tribal Historic Preservation and Curation](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-gun-lake-tribal-historic-preservation-and-curation/) - Rebecca Rupe is the Archives/Collections Coordinator for the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians (Gun Lake Tribe). She began her career with the Gun Lake Tribe in the spring of 2021. In addition to assisting in establishing tribal archives and collections, Rupe has also worked with the Tribe in the areas of programming, digital archive website
- [Meader Fine Arts Library](https://www.kiarts.org/event/meader-fine-arts-library/) - There will be no Art Detectives for the month of August due to special programming associated with the Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined In Glass exhibition. However, the Meader Fine Arts Library will be open. Please stop in to look through a special display of books for adults and kids relating to the Clearly Indigenous
- [ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight](https://www.kiarts.org/event/west-michigan-area-show-artist-highlight/) - During this ArtBreak, meet local artists Richard Aardsma and Olivia Stier, whose works are featured in the 2024 West Michigan Area Show! Richard Aardsma finds inspiration for his photomontages in the evolution of the photographic still life in modern and postmodern art. Thought-provoking compositions such as Still Life with Camera convey narrative meaning through the juxtaposition of
- [Clearly Indigenous Artists’ Exchange and Hands-On Exploration](https://www.kiarts.org/event/clearly-indigenous-artists-exchange-and-hands-on-exploration/) - Join us for a daylong celebration of the exhibition Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass, on view now at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! Special guests include curator Dr. Letitia Chambers as well as glass artists Dan Friday (Lummi) and Carol Lujan (Diné), whose works are included in the exhibition. The morning session will
- [ArtBreak: Preston Singletary: Echoes, Fire, and Shadows](https://www.kiarts.org/event/preston-singletary-echoes-fire-and-shadows/) - For nearly two decades, Preston Singletary has straddled two unique cultures, melding his Tlingit ancestry with the dynamism of the Studio Glass Movement. In the process, he has created an extraordinarily distinctive and powerful body of work that depicts cultural and historical images in richly detailed, beautifully hued glass. Singletary has translated the visual vocabulary
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all-5/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all-4/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all-3/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [Bring a Friend: Clearly Indigenous Tour](https://www.kiarts.org/event/bring-a-friend-clearly-indigenous-tour/) - Bring a friend and participate in a guided gallery tour of Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass on Thursday, July 25 from 5:30 - 6:15pm. Join our Associate Curator for an exclusive look at this groundbreaking exhibition. You and your friend will receive a special discount at the Gallery Shop as a thank you!
- [UnReeled: Coco](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unreeled-coco/) - Join us in celebrating Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a special screening of Coco for guests of all ages! Celebrated annually on November 1 and 2, Día de Muertos is dedicated to the joyful remembrance of deceased loved ones. In Disney/Pixar’s 2017 film Coco, 12-year-old Miguel dreams of becoming a musician despite
- [Artful Evening: Artist Happy Hour: How to Get the Gig](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-artist-happy-hour-how-to-get-the-gig/) - You’re ready to turn your artistic vision into reality. You’ve connected with others in your field. You’ve found an opportunity that sounds right for you. Now what? Artist Happy Hour: How to Get the Gig is a collaboration between the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo (ACGK) and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. All are invited
- [Art Detectives: The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons](https://www.kiarts.org/event/the-crayon-man-the-true-story-of-the-invention-of-crayola-crayons-by-natascha-biebow/) - by Natascha Biebow Have you ever wondered about the creator of Crayola Crayons? Art Detectives will learn all about it through the story of the Crayon Man. At this extra special Art Detectives, Wellspring Dance will lead dance exploration inspired by the many Crayola Crayons colors! We will also create a colorful project with crayons
- [Art Detectives: The Dead Family Diaz](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-the-dead-family-diaz/) - by P.J. Bracegirdle Learn about Day of the Dead with Arty and our friends from El Concilio! We’ll read The Dead Family Diaz, a story about an unusual friendship, and make sugar skull prints. This Art Detectives book will be read in both English and Spanish. View an ofrenda created in partnership with El Concilio.
- [Creating Blackout Poetry](https://www.kiarts.org/event/creating-blackout-poetry-2-2/) - Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library to create unique and engaging Blackout Poetry designed to celebrate Banned Books Week. We invite participants to transform pages of text into beautiful and thought-provoking pieces of art. We will have materials available during the library’s public hours.
- [Creating Blackout Poetry](https://www.kiarts.org/event/creating-blackout-poetry-2/) - Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library to create unique and engaging Blackout Poetry designed to celebrate Banned Books Week. We invite participants to transform pages of text into beautiful and thought-provoking pieces of art. We will have materials available during the library’s public hours.
- [Creating Blackout Poetry](https://www.kiarts.org/event/creating-blackout-poetry/) - Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library to create unique and engaging Blackout Poetry designed to celebrate Banned Books Week. We invite participants to transform pages of text into beautiful and thought-provoking pieces of art. We will have materials available during the library’s public hours.
- [Book Discussion: Ain’t Burned All the Bright](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-aint-burned-all-the-bright/) - by Jason Reynolds and Jason Griffin Author Jason Reynolds, in collaboration with artist Jason Griffin, creates a timely and evocative art/text mashup. Centering around the theme of breathing, the creators explore the Black experience in America, the COVID-19 pandemic, and social justice. Using mixed-media art combined with powerful poetry, readers experience this turbulent chapter in
- [KIA Centennial Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/kia-centennial-community-day/) - The KIA turns 100 years old on July 2! Join us as we continue to celebrate the KIA’s centennial year. Free general admission throughout July is made possible with the generous support of Jim and Carol Carter, the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation, PNC Bank, The Santreece Foundation, and Warner Norcross + LLP. 11:00 am to
- [Art Detectives: While You’re Asleep](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-while-youre-asleep/) - by Emmy Kastner Join us at 10:30am to kick off KIA Centennial Community Day with a special Art Detectives! Beloved local children’s book author Emmy Kastner will read her new book and guide participants in a drawing activity. Attendees will also create an animal mask and self-explore the galleries.
- [Art Hop](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-hop/) - Be sure to stop by the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts during Art Hop on Friday, July 12. Discover which artist from the 2024 West Michigan Area Show was elected as the People’s Choice Award winner, sponsored by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo. Join us for refreshments, camaraderie, and take advantage of free Gallery entry! The People's
- [Artful Evening: The Anniversary Show: Exploring Works from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-the-anniversary-show-exploring-works-from-the-joy-and-timothy-light-collection/) - Reception: 5:00 - 6:00pm Lecture: 6:00 - 7:00pm Light refreshments will be served at the reception. This event is free and open to the public. Learn more about works featured in The Anniversary Show: Promised Gifts from the Joy and Timothy Light Collection with Dr. Mary-Louise Totton. This exhibition delves into the artistic heritage of
- [ArtBreak: Simon Pokagon’s Birch Bark Stories](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-simon-pokagons-birch-bark-stories/) - Originally published in 1893 and 1901, Simon Pokagon’s birch bark stories were printed on thinly peeled and elegantly bound birch bark. In Dr. Blaire Morseau’s 2023 book, As Sacred to Us: Simon Pokagon’s Birch Bark Stories in Their Contexts, these rare booklets are reprinted with new essays that set the stories in cultural, linguistic, historical,
- [ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-west-michigan-area-show-artist-highlight-2/) - During this ArtBreak, meet local artists Vicki Nelson and Michael Pfleghaar, whose paintings are featured in the 2024 West Michigan Area Show! Vicki Nelson’s painting The Howards was selected for this year’s Art League Award. As an artist, Nelson is interested in how humans interact with their environments. In her work, she seeks to examine
- [ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-west-michigan-area-show-artist-highlight/) - Join us for an artist’s talk and live demonstration with Jeffrey Bohl, whose sculpture Ellie is featured in the 2024 West Michigan Area Show! Bohl has been creating bronze sculptures for over 16 years, exhibiting along the way in numerous regional competitions and in several individual shows. He pours most of his bronzes in his own
- [ArtBreak: Upjohn’s Building 88](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-upjohns-building-88/) - In 1961, construction was completed on two remarkable structures in Kalamazoo, both designed by the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. One was the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, based on a design by architect Mies van der Rohe and expanded in 1994 to become the structure we occupy today. The other was the Upjohn Company’s
- [Artful Evening: Indigenous Art and Activism](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-indigenous-art-and-activism/) - Seth Thomas Sutton is an Emmy-nominated Métis artist, scholar, author, and activist. He holds Masters degrees in Visual and Critical Studies from Kendall College of Art and Design and is currently chair of the Arts and Humanities Department at Montcalm Community College. Sutton is a member of the Native American Advisory Council at Grand Valley
- [Artful Evening: Blue Landscapes](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-blue-landscapes/) - Michigan photographer Emily J. Gómez will share her work in New Cyanotype, explaining how and why she uses this handmade blueprint process. Through the series Unearthed, she investigates places where Native American towns in the Southeast and Midwest once prospered and considers what they have become. Her latest series, titled Cumberland Island: Land, Water, Wind,
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all-2-2/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all-2/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [ArtBridges Access for All](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbridges-access-for-all/) - As part of the KIA's mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended
- [Art Detectives: Yayoi Kusama: From Here to Infinity](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-yayoi-kusama-from-here-to-infinity/) - by Sarah Suzuki Join Art Detectives to learn about artist Yayoi Kusama and look for patterns in artworks on exhibit. Then make your own artwork inspired by Yayoi Kusama.
- [Silent Book Club](https://www.kiarts.org/event/silent-book-club-2-2/) - Join us for quiet reading time in the galleries. We will provide seating and space to kick back and read a book. Bring your own book or check something out from the Meader Fine Arts Library!
- [Silent Book Club](https://www.kiarts.org/event/silent-book-club-2/) - Join us for quiet reading time in the galleries. We will provide seating and space to kick back and read a book. Bring your own book or check something out from the Meader Fine Arts Library!
- [Book Discussion: Self-Portrait with Nothing](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-self-portrait-with-nothing/) - by Aimee Pokwatka Pepper Rafferty has a very straightforward life. She’s a forensic anthropologist, who is married to her historian husband, Ike and helps out at her moms’ veterinary clinic. Her daily life has a routine. When Pepper discovers she is connected to the famous reclusive artist Ula Frost whose paintings are rumored to transport
- [Silent Book Club](https://www.kiarts.org/event/silent-book-club/) - Join us for quiet reading time in the galleries. We will provide seating and space to kick back and read a book. Bring your own book or check something out from the Meader Fine Arts Library!
- [Book Discussion: Poet Warrior](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-poet-warrior/) - by Joy Harjo Joy Harjo, the first native american to be named the United States Poet Laureate, chronicles a sweeping view of ancestry, storytelling, and memory told through her signature lyrical poetry and prose. Harjo cites the teachers that forced her to fight battles throughout her life and surrounds them with compassion and understanding, sometimes
- [ArtBreak: Pilchuck: A Dance with Fire](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-pilchuck-a-dance-with-fire/) - Founded by Dale Chihuly and a few art school friends in 1971, the Pilchuck Glass School has long been pushing the limits of a medium that can last for centuries or shatter in an instant. Through the story of this small and highly influential school in the Pacific Northwest, Pilchuck: A Dance with Fire identifies
- [ArtBreak: Not Your GRAAMA’s Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-not-your-graamas-museum/) - George A. Bayard III, Executive Director of the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives (GRAAMA), shares the museum’s origin story, a selection of unique local stories he’s encountered, and his vision for the futures of both GRAAMA and West Michigan itself. Bayard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art Education from the University of
- [Artful Evening: A Conversation with Jessica Silverman](https://www.kiarts.org/event/conversation-with-jessica-silverman/) - In anticipation of the 2024 West Michigan Area Show’s opening on May 3, juror Jessica Silverman sits down for a conversation with Rehema Barber, the KIA’s Director of Curatorial Affairs. Drawing on perspectives honed from many years working in curatorial positions in both the commercial and non-profit art sectors, Silverman and Barber will discuss the
- [Artful Evening: Mythology and History](https://www.kiarts.org/event/mythology-and-history/) - During this ARTful Evening talk, learn more from the artist whose captivating works are featured in the Joy Light Gallery exhibition Kyungmi Shin: A Story to Finding Us. Los Angeles-based artist Kyungmi Shin (b. 1963, Busan, South Korea) works in the fields of painting, sculpture, and photography. Using her own family archive and painting historical
- [Juneteenth Community Day](https://www.kiarts.org/event/juneteenth-community-day/) - Join the KIA as we remember Juneteenth, which is a holiday that commemorates the abolishment of slavery in the United States. Free general admission on June 15, 2024. 11:00 am to 5:00 pm: Explore the Museum Use a gallery guide to learn more about African American artists in the KIA’s collection. 11:15 am: Art Detectives
- [Art Detectives: Tar Beach](https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-tar-beach/) - by Faith Ringgold As Art Detectives and their caregivers commemorate Juneteenth at the KIA, join us at 11:15am for a reading of Tar Beach by multi-disciplinary artist, writer, and activist Faith Ringgold. No registration needed.
- [UnReeled: Best of the Kazoo 48-Hour Film Festival](https://www.kiarts.org/event/unreeled-best-of-the-kazoo-48-hour-film-festival/) - Visit the KIA to see which films were selected as highlighted works and award winners during this year's Kazoo 48-Hour Film Festival! In this annual Kalamazoo event, filmmakers were assigned a genre, prop, character quirk, location, and line of dialogue to use within a short film, created in just 48 hours. Winning films were selected
- [ArtBreak: Wonder of China: Blue and White Porcelain](https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-of-china-blue-and-white-porcelain/) - Join us for a screening of “Blue and White Porcelain,” an episode from the documentary series Wonder of China. Learn more about the history of the iconic blue-on-white ceramic style that has been admired, collected, and copied for centuries. Follow artists Lu Lyujun, Ye Jianxin, and Liao Zhidan as they demonstrate their own approaches to
- [Artful Evening: West Michigan Area Show Opening Ceremony](https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-west-michigan-area-show-opening-ceremony/) - The work of West Michigan’s talented artistic community is on view during the annual West Michigan Area Show. Opening to the public on Friday, May 3, this crowd-pleasing annual juried exhibition was carefully curated from more than 300 submitted entries, ranging from paintings, prints, and photos to mosaics, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and mixed-media works. This
- [Book Discussion: Now is Not the Time to Panic](https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-now-is-not-the-time-to-panic/) - by Kevin Wilson It’s 1996. Frankie and Zeke are two teenagers just trying to get through a long, hot Tennessee summer. Frankie wants to be an author and Zeke an artist. One boring day, they decide to create some poster art containing an intriguing phrase and hang the copies all over town. When some older
- [2024 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2024-kia-arts-fair-2/) - More information on the 2024 Arts Fair can be found here.
- [2024 KIA Arts Fair](https://www.kiarts.org/event/2024-kia-arts-fair/) - More information on the 2024 Arts Fair can be found here.
- [Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-2023-11-18/) - Celebrate the 50th annual Holiday Sale, bringing together the students and faculty of the Kirk Newman Art School for three amazing days. This is the only place to find an exquisite selection of works by KNAS faculty and students. Start your holiday shopping at the KIA, where you will discover affordable and unique creations that

## Calendar Embeds

- [Test - July](https://www.kiarts.org/calendar-embed/AbiGO0wPkV8/)

## Series

- [Artstream Nomadic Gallery](https://www.kiarts.org/series/artstream-nomadic-gallery/)
- [Holiday Art Sale](https://www.kiarts.org/series/holiday-art-sale/)
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/series/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/)
- [Free Thursdays at the KIA](https://www.kiarts.org/series/free-thursdays-at-the-kia-2/)
- [Sunday Drop-in Conversation](https://www.kiarts.org/series/sunday-drop-in-conversation/)

## Categories

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## Tags

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- [Member Appreciation Week](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/memberweek/)
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- [From Cobalt to Indigo Events](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/cobalt/)
- [Wilson W Smith III Events](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/wilsonsmith/) - Events associated with Wilson W. Smith III’s visit to the KIA
- [America 250](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/america-250/)
- [For the People](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/for-the-people/)
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- [Docents](https://www.kiarts.org/tag/docents/)

## Product categories

- [Uncategorized](https://www.kiarts.org/product-category/uncategorized/)

## Product tags

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## Classes Categories

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- [Photography & Digital Media Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/photography-digital-media-fall/)
- [Grades 1-3](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/grades-1-3/)
- [Grades 4-6](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/grades-4-6/)
- [Middle & High School](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/middle-high-school/)
- [Ceramics Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/ceramics-summer/)
- [Accessible Arts Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/accessible-arts-summer/)
- [Creative Writing & Language Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-writing-language-summer/)
- [Drawing & Painting Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/drawing-painting-summer/)
- [Drawing & Painting Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/drawing-painting-fall/)
- [Fiber Arts Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/fiber-arts-summer/)
- [Jewelry Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/jewelry-summer/)
- [Jewelry Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/jewelry-fall/)
- [Photography & Digital Media Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/photography-digital-media-summer/)
- [Printmaking Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/printmaking-summer/)
- [Sculpture Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/sculpture-summer/)
- [Wellness Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/wellness-summer/)
- [Youth Art Camp Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/youth-art-camp-summer/)
- [1-2 Day & Visiting Artist Workshops Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/1-2-day-visiting-artist-workshops-fall/)
- [1-2 Day & Visiting Artist Workshops Winter](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/1-2-day-visiting-artist-workshops-winter/)
- [Fiber Arts Winter](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/fiber-arts-winter/)
- [Jewelry Winter](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/jewelry-winter/)
- [Photography & Digital Media Winter](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/photography-digital-media-winter/)
- [1-2 Day & Visiting Artist Workshops Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/1-2-day-visiting-artist-workshops-spring/)
- [1-2 Day & Visiting Artist Workshops Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/1-2-day-visiting-artist-workshops-summer/)
- [Creative Writing & Language Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-writing-language-spring/)
- [Drawing & Painting Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/drawing-painting-spring/)
- [Fiber Arts Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/fiber-arts-spring/)
- [Glass Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/glass-spring/)
- [Jewelry Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/jewelry-spring/)
- [Photography & Digital Media Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/photography-digital-media-spring/)
- [Printmaking Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/printmaking-spring/)
- [Sculpture Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/sculpture-spring/)
- [Photography & Digital Media Visiting Artist Workshops](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/photography-digital-media-visiting-artist-workshops/)
- [Creative Lifestyle Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-lifestyle-fall/)
- [Creative Practice Spring](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-practice-spring/)
- [Creative Practice Summer](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-practice-summer/)
- [Creative Practice Fall](https://www.kiarts.org/classes_categories/creative-practice-fall/)

## Exhibition Categories

- [2008-09](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2008-09/)
- [Current & Future](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/current-future/)
- [2019-20](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2019-20/)
- [2018-19](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2018-19/)
- [2017-18](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2017-18/)
- [2016-17](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2016-17/)
- [2015-16](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2015-16/)
- [2014-15](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2014-15/)
- [2013-14](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2013-14/)
- [2012-13](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2012-13/)
- [2011-12](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2011-12/)
- [2010-11](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2010-11/)
- [2009-10](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2009-10/)
- [Traveling Exhibition](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/traveling-exhibition/)
- [2020-21](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2020-21/)
- [2021-22](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2021-22/)
- [2022-23](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2022-23/)
- [2023-24](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2023-24/)
- [2024-25](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2024-25/)
- [2025-26](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/2025-26/)
- [Current](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/current/)
- [Future](https://www.kiarts.org/exhibitioncategory/future/)

## Docent Categories

- [Current](https://www.kiarts.org/docent_categories/current/)
- [Past](https://www.kiarts.org/docent_categories/past/)

## Portfolio Categories

- [Current](https://www.kiarts.org/project-category/current/)
- [Past](https://www.kiarts.org/project-category/past/)
- [Traveling](https://www.kiarts.org/project-category/traveling/)

## Team Categories

- [Accessible Arts](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/accessible-arts/)
- [Ceramics](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/ceramics/)
- [Glass](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/glass/)
- [Jewelry](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/jewelry/)
- [Painting](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/painting/)
- [Photography](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/photography/)
- [Digital Media](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/digital-media/)
- [Printmaking](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/printmaking/)
- [Sculpture](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/sculpture/)
- [Writing](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/writing/)
- [Foreign Language](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/foreign-language/)
- [Children & Teens](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/children-teens/)
- [Director's Office](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/directors-office/)
- [Curatorial Affairs](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/curatorial-affairs/)
- [Advancement](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/advancement/)
- [Kirk Newman Art School](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/kirk-newman-art-school/)
- [Museum Education](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/museum-education/)
- [Finance](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/finance/)
- [Operations](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/operations/)
- [Department Heads](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/department-heads/)
- [Fiber](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/fiber/)
- [Drawing](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_team_category/drawing/)

## Album Categories

- [Gallery One/Lobby](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/gallery-one-lobby/)
- [Auditorium](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/auditorium/)
- [School Commons](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/school-commons/)
- [Courtyard](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/courtyard/)
- [Multi-Purpose Classroom](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/multi-purpose-classroom/)
- [Main Floor Galleries](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/main-floor-galleries/)
- [Boardroom One](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/boardroom-one/)
- [Chase Boardroom](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/chase-boardroom/)
- [Boardroom Two](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/boardroom-two/)
- [WMAS 2021 Award Winners](https://www.kiarts.org/dt_gallery_category/wmas-2021-award-winners/)

## Event Categories

- [Films](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/films/)
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- [Special Events](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/special-events/)
- [In the Museum](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/in-the-museum/)
- [Book Discussions](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/book-discussions/)
- [Art Detectives](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/art-detectives/)
- [ArtBreak](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/artbreak/)
- [Artist Talks](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/artist-talks/)
- [Kalamazoo Art League](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/kalamazoo-art-league/)
- [Members](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/members/)
- [Free](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/free/)
- [Artful Evening](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/artful-evening/)
- [Gallery Gathering](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/gallery-gathering/)
- [Wonder Walks](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/wonder-walks/)
- [Library](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/library/)
- [Future Now](https://www.kiarts.org/events/category/future-now/)