All are welcome at the public reception for the KIA's two newest exhibitions: Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper and the Kirk Newman Art School (KNAS) Faculty Review. About…
This October, Art Detectives will explore the wonders of fall! We’ll read a charming story about some hesitant leaves who aren’t quite ready to change colors and let go. Then,…
by Sanaka Hiiragi About the Book: The Lantern of Lost Memories tells the story of Mr. Hirasaki’s magical photo studio, a gateway to the afterlife where the departed revisit their…
Chinese, Korean, and Japanese artists have been painting pictures of birds for more than 1000 years. With an estimated 50 billion birds flying around us all the time, this comes…
In celebration of Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper, visit the library to make your own bookmark using colorful washi tape and book pages. All supplies will be provided.…
The Kalamazoo Book Arts Center functions as a creative public space where artists and book enthusiasts of all kinds gather to celebrate the collaborative arts of the book, including papermaking,…
Join 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…
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…
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…
As 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…
The 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…
Join 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…