During this ArtBreak, we will venture into the galleries for a tour with contributing artists! Please note that this event will involve standing and walking, as we take a closer look at select pieces in the exhibition with the artists who created them. Gallery stools will be available.
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.
Learn more about the artist behind the Leo Villareal: Interstellar exhibition! During this virtual Artful Evening, Villareal will discuss the last twenty years of his career, delving deep into his practice of using code and light to create his work -- from gallery exhibitions to complex architectural projects to monumental public artworks. Leo Villareal is…
Drop 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.
Using book pages, create artistic bookish buttons to proudly display! All supplies will be provided.
by Sarah B. Hart About the Book: Dr. Sarah Hart argues that literature and mathematics complement each other in illustrating humanity’s journey. Books like Moby Dick, Alice in Wonderland, and Jurassic Park feature mathematical ideas that deepen their meaning. Through humor and insight, this exploration reveals how recognizing math in literature can enrich our appreciation…
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.
Step into a night where art meets science! Join us at 6pm for a guided tour of the mesmerizing digital creations of Leo Villareal, where code and light come together to make art. Afterward, dive into some exciting projects that mix science, art, and creativity! If you are unable to join us right at 6:00,…
Drop 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.
Artist Julia Wang, a fourth-generation disciple of the Lingnan School, reveals the historical significance of this influential movement in Chinese ink painting, tracing its roots to ancient times. During this ArtBreak, Wang will focus on the work of artists who attained preeminence in various styles, highlighting the wide-reaching influence of the Lingnan School on modern…
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.
Looking for a space to share your music, poetry, or spoken word? Or just want to enjoy a night of local talent, creativity, and community? Summer Jams is a three-part summer series at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), designed to bring people together through live performances and artistic expression. Each night will feature a…
