The Meader Fine Arts Library features works of literature and non-fiction about art, cinema, and more. Hosting book discussions to explore works throughout the month, our library is the premier destination for bibliophiles, art enthusiasts, and casual readers in the Kalamazoo area. In addition, we carry a range of periodicals that cover a broad range of topics, from architecture and antiques to ceramics and photography.

Current library hours: Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays 11am-3pm

Borrowing: If you’re a KIA member, you may borrow materials – just bring in your KIA membership/library card to get started.

Contact: Email  or phone (269) 585-9291.

Book Discussions

The Meader Fine Arts Library’s free book discussions are open to the public and begin at 2 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month.

February 21

Cup of Light

by Nicole Mones

March 20

Yellowface

by R.F. Kuang

April 17

From Dust to Stardust

by Kathleen Rooney

Electronic Resources

Art Abstracts Online
Michigan E-Library (MeL)
NGA Images
Art Education from the NGA
Met Publications
Met Open Access Images
The Cleveland Museum of Art
The Newberry Library
The Art Institute of Chicago
Artstor Logo
Artstor
Studio Museum Harlem Logo
Studio Museum Harlem
IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts Logo
IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts
Princeton Art Museum Logo
Princeton Art Museum Logo

Selected Digitized KIA Exhibition Catalogs

George Rickey
Harold Landes
Kalamazoo Views
Nora Drapce
Marcia Wood
Stephen Hansen