Rent the KIA

Photo of Jenna Freudenberg & Jake Culiffe's wedding by Alexander Zacharov.

Welcome to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts! You know about our unique exhibitions and our wonderful programs, but did you know you can also rent the KIA for your special event? Wedding receptions; birthday celebrations; business meetings; luncheons; fundraisers; graduation parties, holiday parties - whatever you are arranging, let us help you create a wonderful event in our unique and elegant museum setting.

Why the KIA?

• Premier center for the visual arts
• Artistic setting
• Ambience unparalleled by commercial venues
• Ideal downtown location with free parking
• Freedom to work with the caterer of your choice

  KIA Members who are caterers: Fetzer Center, Ample Pantry, & Millennium Catering

View our Rental Policies.

Except in the case of nonprofit organizations, KIA membership is required in order to rent KIA facilities: individuals at the Sustaining level, and businesses at the Corporate Supporter level.

View our Event Photo Gallery for ideas of how we can customize your event!

For more information, please email Erin Beauprez or call (269) 349-7775, ext. 3114.

All rentals include the use of our kitchen, A/V, rectangular banquet tables, high-top tables, and chairs.

Fridays, 5 pm - 12 am Saturdays, 9 am - 12 am Includes complimentary gallery admission during public hours OR one hour of complimentary open galleries during nonpublic hours. Auditorium $925/three hours, $225/each additional hour Lobby and School Commons only available after 5 $925/three hours, $225/each additional hour Auditorium and Lobby $1,625/three hours, $375/each additional hour Courtyard (not available as stand-alone rental) $375/three hours, $100/each additional hour Main-Floor Galleries $100/each additional hour during nonpublic hours	Lobby Gallery capacity: 250 standing / 200 theatre seating / 150 at tables
Mondays - Thursdays, 5 pm - 12 am Sundays, 10 am - 12 am Includes complimentary gallery admission during public hours OR one hour of complimentary open galleries during nonpublic hours. Auditorium $725/two hours, $200/each additional hour Lobby and School Commons only available after 5 $725/two hours, $225/each additional hour Auditorium and Lobby $1,225/two hours, $375/each additional hour Courtyard (not available as stand-alone rental) $275/two hours, $100/each additional hour Main-Floor Galleries $100/each additional hour during nonpublic hours	Auditorium capacity: 392 standing / 260 theatre seating / 250 at tables
Weekdays, 8 am - 5 pm Includes use of kitchen and all A/V capabilities. Board and conference rooms are furnished with tables and chairs. Auditorium $450/four hours, $75/each additional hour Board Room or Classroom $225/four hours, $50 each additional hour Conference Room (two available) $200/four hours, $50 each additional hour	School Commons (included in lobby rental): 117 standing / 60 at tables
Courtyard capacity: 200 standing / 100 at tables	Multi-Purpose Classroom capacity: 56 standing / 30 at tables
Conference Rooms (2 available) capacity: 8 table seating (each)	Board Room (includes kitchen) capacity: 16 table seating / 15 perimeter seats
Entire Main Level capacity: 1,582 standing / 510 at tables	Main Floor Galleries capacity: 423 standing

Any audio/visual presentation must be reviewed for equipment compatibility a minimum of 24 hours prior to use. Please contact Dave Barron at 269.349.7775, ext. 3170, for an appointment.

The KIA cannot be responsible for equipment malfunction.

Interested?

For more information or to reserve a space, please email Sandy Linabury or call (269) 349-7775, ext. 3114.