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.
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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.
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Artist’s Talk with Holly Roberts
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesArtist 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…
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Wonder Walks: Light and Movement
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesLet’s explore Leo Villareal’s exhibition to see how he brings his artwork to life with light and movement.
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2025 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 Saturday, June 14, 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…
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Book Discussion: Scarlet in Blue
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United Statesby 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…
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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.
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Artful Evening: WMAS Juror’s Talk with Dr. Hubert Massey
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
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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…
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Gallery Gathering: Leo Villareal: Interstellar
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesStep 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…
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Wonder Walks: Reality and Imagination
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin us on a journey through the KIA’s permanent collection, discovering pieces that reflect real life and others that stretch the boundaries of imagination.
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2025 West Michigan Area Show People’s 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…