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SUMMARY:Wonder Walk: Made in Many Ways
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk through the Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Show. Discover incredible works in clay\, paint\, metal\, and more—created by the talented artists who teach here at the KIA. Along the way\, enjoy a few hands-on activities and experience the many forms art can take.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-made-in-many-ways/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum,Wonder Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T132019Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132019Z
UID:10001160-1767870000-1767902400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursdays at the KIA
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/2026-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T180000
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UID:10001150-1767893400-1767895200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: Taekyeom: Designed\, Printed & Fired
DESCRIPTION:Taekyeom Lee: Designed\, Printed & Fired showcases the artist’s innovative reimagining of the world of graphic design in three dimensions. Bringing conventional design elements off of the page or screen\, Taekyeom blends them with ceramics using a variety of materials. During this Gallery Gathering\, we will discuss select works in this exhibition\, examining Taekyeom’s unique approach and methods. \nThis program will be facilitated by Nate Osborn and Audrey Cooke. Both Osborn and Cooke are artists\, members of Kzoo Makers\, and design engineers at Stryker.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-taekyeom/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Gallery Gathering,In the Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20250912T151356Z
CREATED:20250911T154959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T151356Z
UID:10001151-1768041000-1768046400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Art Detectives: An ABC of What Art Can Be by Meher McArthur
DESCRIPTION:In January\, Art Detectives will investigate different art forms and techniques. We’ll read a story about all the ways art can take shape\, tour the Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review to see amazing works by our talented teaching artists\, and then make our own art inspired by what we’ve seen.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-an-abc-of-what-art-can-be-by-meher-mcarthur/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Detectives,Family,Films,In the Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260114T130000
DTSTAMP:20250912T152453Z
CREATED:20250911T155128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T152453Z
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SUMMARY:ArtBreak: Exploring the KNAS Faculty Review with Director Leslie Donaldson
DESCRIPTION:The Kirk Newman Art School Faculty Review is a much-anticipated biennial exhibition at the KIA\, showcasing the considerable talents of Kirk Newman Art School faculty members who provide world-class instruction in a wide range of media. During this ArtBreak\, KNAS Director Leslie Donaldson will offer remarks on this year’s show\, which centers on the theme of process\, before leading guests on a walkthrough of the exhibition. Please note that this ArtBreak will involve standing and walking. Gallery stools will be available. \nLeslie Donaldson has served as Director of the Kirk Newman Art School since 2023\, bringing to the role more than 20 years’ experience in varied arts management functions\, including education\, programming\, marketing\, fundraising\, strategic planning\, and entrepreneurship. She served as the inaugural CEO of Common Grounds Cooperative\, a nonprofit real-estate cooperative in Traverse City. Her career also includes successful stints as the Director of Engagement for Interlochen Center for the Arts\, the Executive Director for the Arts Council of Greater Lansing\, and the Director of Arts Programs for the City of East Lansing. Donaldson holds an MFA from Rhode Island School of Design in Painting/Printmaking and a BFA in Studio Art from Michigan State University.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-exploring-the-knas-faculty-review-with-director-leslie-donaldson/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArtBreak,Free,In the Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T132019Z
CREATED:20250127T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132019Z
UID:10001161-1768474800-1768507200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursdays at the KIA
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/2026-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20250911T155306Z
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UID:10001153-1768500000-1768505400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Frosty Fun Family Night
DESCRIPTION:While the weather outside is chilly\, the KIA will be warm and welcoming. Join us for a cozy winter-themed family night. We’ll start with a guided tour of the permanent collection\, searching for artworks that capture the spirit of the season. Then\, create your own winter-inspired masterpiece. \nIf you are unable to join us right at 6pm\, feel free to come when you can. Guests will be able to view the exhibition on their own until 8pm and art projects will be available until 7:30pm.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/frosty-fun-family-night/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T150000
DTSTAMP:20250911T155425Z
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UID:10001154-1769004000-1769007600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Book Discussion: My Friends by Fredrik Backman
DESCRIPTION:Aspiring artist Louisa becomes enchanted by three figures nestled in the corner of a famous painting. Intrigued\, she embarks on a cross-country journey to uncover their story. Twenty-five years earlier\, in a coastal town\, four teenagers–misfits with bruised pasts–bonded over summer days on an abandoned pier\, forging fierce loyalty and creative escape. Their friendship inspired the painting\, and its legacy touches Louisa’s life in unexpected and emotional ways. Please note that the author will not be in attendance for this event.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-my-friends-by-fredrik-backman/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions,Free,In the Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T132019Z
CREATED:20250127T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132019Z
UID:10001162-1769079600-1769112000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursdays at the KIA
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/2026-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T150000
DTSTAMP:20251219T160654Z
CREATED:20250911T155720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T160654Z
UID:10001156-1769252400-1769266800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Lit Letters Bookmark
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the KIA’s Meader Fine Arts library to create a fun bookmark using a variety of lettering styles. We will have stencils\, stickers\, and stamps on hand for you to create unique bookmarks to use in your next read. Experiment with different letters\, styles\, and colors to create a font collage or quote. All materials will be provided.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/lit-letters-bookmark/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T130000
DTSTAMP:20251015T150147Z
CREATED:20250912T153112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T150147Z
UID:10001158-1769601600-1769605200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:ArtBreak: Typography and the Art of Communication
DESCRIPTION:Typography brings form to words both beautiful and mundane. What factors do graphic designers consider as they’re selecting the “clothes” our words will wear? How have changes in technology influenced fonts\, designers\, and the work they make? What effects have these developments had on the philosophy of typography? Join Ryan Lewis for a brief journey through the p’s and q’s of typographic expression. \nRyan Lewis is an Associate Professor of Graphic Design at Western Michigan University\, where he teaches courses in typography\, bookmaking\, letterpress\, and advanced problem solving. His research interests include stop-motion animation\, type design\, and animated typography. His video work has been exhibited and screened in the US and abroad. Lewis earned an MFA from Ohio University and a BFA from Utah State University.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-typography-and-the-art-of-communication/
CATEGORIES:ArtBreak,In the Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T132019Z
CREATED:20250127T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132019Z
UID:10001163-1769684400-1769716800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Free Thursdays at the KIA
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/free-thursdays-at-the-kia/2026-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T190000
DTSTAMP:20250911T160040Z
CREATED:20250911T160040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T160040Z
UID:10001157-1769709600-1769713200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Artist's Talk: Italian Studies with Margaret Bohls
DESCRIPTION:Professor Margaret Bohls is an American potter and educator who teaches at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. During this talk\, she will discuss her artwork\, which consists of several different series of vessel forms\, including her Italian Series and Modernist Series. Bohls will also speak about her inspirations\, which include ancient Etruscan and Apulian pottery and Modernist era/mid-century designs in ceramics and silver. \nBohls has taught hands-on workshops at art centers such as Greenwich House Pottery in New York\, Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Aspen\, and Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina. Bohls’ work has been shown in over 100 group and solo exhibitions since 1995 and is included in the permanent collections of the Minnesota Museum of American Art\, the American Museum of Ceramic Art (AMOCA)\, the Weisman Museum of Art\, and the Everson Museum of Art. She has written articles for the Journal of the National Council for Education on Ceramic Arts and Pottery Making Illustrated\, and her ceramic work has been featured in periodicals such as Ceramics Monthly and Studio Potter Magazine. \nWant to learn more? Join us for a workshop with Bohls in the Kirk Newman Art School on January 30-31!
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-italian-studies-with-margaret-bohls/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Margaret-Bohls.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260130T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260109T155401Z
CREATED:20260109T154109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T155401Z
UID:10001252-1769792400-1769796000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Members' Mingle
DESCRIPTION:KIA Members: Join us for light refreshments\, conversations in the Permanent Collection\, and interactive activities throughout the museum. This is a great opportunity to mingle with other members and explore Taekyeom Lee: Designed\, Printed & Fired in the Joy Light Gallery. \nExplore all the Members’ Appreciation Week events and activities here.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/members-mingle/
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