UNFRAMED: Soirée
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…
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Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States
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Sunday Drop-in Conversation
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesDrop 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…
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Art Hop: Washi Collage Making & Instrument Petting Zoo
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
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Art Detectives: A Life Made by Hand: The Story of Ruth Asawa by Andrea D’Aquino
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesParticipants 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.…
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Washi Community Day
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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,…
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Washi Collage with Collage Crew Kzoo
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesCome 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…
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ArtBreak: A Gift to the City She Loved: Genevieve Gilmore’s Bequest
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesIn 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…
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Artful Evening: The Ways that Paper Leads to Freedom
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesDuring 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,…
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Sake Tasting
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesEscape 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…
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Book Discussion: Felon: Poems by Reginald Dwayne Betts
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesReginald 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,…
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Gallery Shop Meet & Greet
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
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Teacher Appreciation Night
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…