Free Thursdays at the KIA
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.
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College Night at the KIA
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
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UNFRAMED: Soirée
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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.
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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 on the lower level of the museum’s galleries.
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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.
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Member 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…
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Gallery Shop Artist Feature
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesAs 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,…
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Free Thursdays at the KIA
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.
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Gallery Gathering: Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesThe 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…
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Wonder Walk: Made of Paper
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
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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…
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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 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.…