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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/2026-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Free
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SUMMARY:Holiday Art Sale: Members' Night
DESCRIPTION:KIA Members can enjoy early shopping at the 53rd annual Holiday Art Sale\, featuring artworks from 160+ faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. \n• Thursday\, December 3\, 4–8pm: Members’ Night\n• Friday\, December 4\, 4–8pm: Open to the Public\n• Saturday\, December 5\, 9am–3pm: Open to the Public \nThis unique\, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season\, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs. You’ll find wearable fiber art and jewelry pieces; handmade original prints\, photos\, and paintings; functional and decorative home goods; cards\, stationary and holiday ornaments; decorative glass\, sculpture\, ceramics\, and more! \nMade possible by generous support from:
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-members-night-2/
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SUMMARY:Wonder Walk: Artful Outfits
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for some fashion fun! In November\, our youngest art lovers can explore Statement Pieces: Fashioning the Self & Society. Come and see how works from the permanent collection have been paired with outfits by world famous designers. This relaxed gallery experience is designed especially for young children and their caregivers. \nStatement Pieces is organized in conjunction with Barrett Barrera Projects. Made possible by generous support from Diane & Randy Eberts and Heritage Community of Kalamazoo.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-artful-outfits/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wonder Walks
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SUMMARY:Holiday Art Sale
DESCRIPTION:The 53rd annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA will feature artworks from 160+ faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. \n• Thursday\, December 3\, 4–8pm: Members’ Night\n• Friday\, December 4\, 4–8pm: Open to the Public\n• Saturday\, December 5\, 9am–3pm: Open to the Public \nThis unique\, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season\, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs. You’ll find wearable fiber art and jewelry pieces; handmade original prints\, photos\, and paintings; functional and decorative home goods; cards\, stationary and holiday ornaments; decorative glass\, sculpture\, ceramics\, and more! \nMade possible by generous support from:
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-3/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261205T150000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Art Sale
DESCRIPTION:The 53rd annual Holiday Art Sale at the KIA will feature artworks from 160+ faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School. \n• Thursday\, December 3\, 4–8pm: Members’ Night\n• Friday\, December 4\, 4–8pm: Open to the Public\n• Saturday\, December 5\, 9am–3pm: Open to the Public \nThis unique\, three-day shopping experience will help you find the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season\, and help support both area artists and KNAS programs. You’ll find wearable fiber art and jewelry pieces; handmade original prints\, photos\, and paintings; functional and decorative home goods; cards\, stationary and holiday ornaments; decorative glass\, sculpture\, ceramics\, and more! \nMade possible by generous support from:
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/holiday-art-sale-4/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261209T130000
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SUMMARY:Offsite ArtBreak: Exploring Costume Design at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Venture offsite with us as we visit our neighbors at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre! While the Statement Pieces exhibition encourages us to consider the relationship between fashion and self-expression\, this program will explore the ways in which clothing is used to establish vital aspects of dramatic characters onstage. Resident Costume Designer Elaine Kauffman will offer a behind-the-scenes look into the process of creating costumes for the stage\, as well as a glimpse into her work as an independent fashion designer. Check back soon for more information on meeting location and parking! \nPlease note that our ArtBreak program will be on a brief hiatus for the month of January\, resuming in February. \nStatement Pieces is organized in conjunction with Barrett Barrera Projects. Made possible by generous support from Diane & Randy Eberts and Heritage Community of Kalamazoo.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/offsite-artbreak-exploring-costume-design-at-the-kalamazoo-civic-theatre/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Civic Theatre\, 329 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArtBreak
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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/2026-12-10/
CATEGORIES:Free
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SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: Statement Pieces
DESCRIPTION:How do elements of both fashion and fine art come together to tell a story? How can choices in color\, shape\, texture\, and more serve as commentary on personal\, social\, and cultural identities and values? Join in the conversation as we discuss select fashion pieces and artworks featured in the Statement Pieces exhibition! \nStatement Pieces is organized in conjunction with Barrett Barrera Projects. Made possible by generous support from Diane & Randy Eberts and Heritage Community of Kalamazoo.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-statement-pieces/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery Gathering
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SUMMARY:Art Detectives: Swatch: The Girl Who Loved Color by Julia Denos
DESCRIPTION:It might be gray outside\, but the KIA is bursting with color. Join us for Art Detectives as we read about a girl named Swatch who loves color and wants to collect them all. We’ll also explore the artworks in the permanent collection to see what colors we can find before creating a colorful masterpiece to take home. \nThis program is made possible by generous support from:
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-swatch-the-girl-who-loved-color-by-julia-denos/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Detectives
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion: What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter
DESCRIPTION:Fashion critic and curator Charlie Porter explores the fascinating connections between artists and their clothing. Highlighting a wide range of artists and styles from Basquiat to Warhol\, Porter creates a sweeping narrative. Whether curating personal identity\, extending their artistry\, or influencing public perception\, this collection of essays\, reflections\, and interviews is an interesting take on understanding art in its many different forms. Themes in this discussion will tie into Statement Pieces. \nStatement Pieces is organized in conjunction with Barrett Barrera Projects. Made possible by generous support from Diane & Randy Eberts and Heritage Community of Kalamazoo.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-what-artists-wear-by-charlie-porter/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261217T110000
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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/2026-12-17/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261217T180000
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SUMMARY:Artful Evening: Tea Blending Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the art of tea blending with Kama Tai! During this special program\, we will get hands-on experience in crafting tea blends while learning about the widely varying cultural significance of tea that spans the globe and the ages. While you’re here\, be sure to check out Chanoyu: Modern Tea Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection in the Joy Light Gallery. \nKama Tai is a liberatory facilitator\, somatic movement innovator\, and ancestral lineage healing practitioner. She is the founder of Rootead Enrichment Center\, which focuses on healing trauma\, de-stigmatizing mental health\, and transformational justice. She centers BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ experiences and integrates West African culture and traditions into her praxis.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-tea-blending-workshop/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artful Evening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261219T140000
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SUMMARY:Library Activity: Pattern Play
DESCRIPTION:Using a variety of templates\, create your own clothing silhouette. Choose from unique collage paper and book pages to create patterns and contrasts to style your clothing template! Take inspiration from the works on view in Statement Pieces. \nStatement Pieces is organized in conjunction with Barrett Barrera Projects. Made possible by generous support from Diane & Randy Eberts and Heritage Community of Kalamazoo.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-pattern-play/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T132019Z
CREATED:20250127T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132019Z
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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/2026-12-24/
CATEGORIES:Free
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