Rent the KIA for Your Event!

Rental

Welcome to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! You know about our unique exhibitions and our
wonderful programs, but did you know you can also rent the KIA for your special event? You can!
Read on to learn more.

Customize Your Event!
Wedding receptions; children's birthday celebrations; business/corporate meetings; luncheons; dinners;
fundraisers for non-profit organizations; anniversary, graduation, holiday parties--whatever you are arranging, let
us help you create a MASTERPIECE in our unique and elegant museum setting.

Why the KIA?

  • Premier center for the visual arts
  • Artistic setting
  • Ambience unparalleled by commercial venues
  • Ideal downtown location with free parking
  • Freedom to work with the caterer of your choice

Your guests will enjoy the unique public spaces we offer. Every event has its specific needs, and we will tailor a package to your requirements.

Included in the rental cost is the use of our 8' banquet tables and our black, padded chairs.

Your facility rental supports our efforts to provide outstanding exhibitions and educational programs to the
community at large.

View our rental policies.

View our KIA Event Gallery for ideas of how we can customize your event!

For more information, please contact the Facility Rental Coordinator or phone (269) 349-7775 ext. 3114.

The Lobby Gallery
  • an impressive introduction to the museum as a whole sophisticated and contemporary hall with abundant natural light
  • ideal for meeting and greeting guests, for food and beverage service


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The Auditorium
  • comfortably seats 175 guests for dining and dancing
  • 200+ guests theatre-style for meetings, presentations, lectures, and concerts
  • warm and inviting space that is acoustically excellent
  • sprung wooden floor, excellent for dancing
  • zone lighting can be adjusted if desired
  • AV equipment available


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The School Commons
  • a pleasant smaller area graced by several engaging works of art
  • the courtyard is also available for use
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