2025 West Michigan Area Show People’s Choice Award Announcement
Join us at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts for the announcement of the the West Michigan Area Shows 2025 People’s Choice Award! The People’s Choice Award is sponsored by the…
Gallery Shop Artist Feature: Ten26 Studio – Danielle Vincent
During select Free Thursdays at the KIA, we’re highlighting artists from the Gallery Shop. On July 31, join us in the Gallery Shop as Danielle Vincent shares her handmade jewelry.…
Summer Community Day
You’re invited to a fun-filled day! This special family-oriented event will feature exciting activities, outstanding exhibits, fun games, and much more. Whether you’re a long-time KIA enthusiast or a first-time…
Wonder Walks: Reality and Imagination
Join us on a journey through the KIA’s permanent collection, discovering pieces that reflect real life and others that stretch the boundaries of imagination.
Summer Jams
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…
Gallery Gathering: Leo Villareal: Interstellar
Step into a unique digital world created by artist Leo Villareal during this Gallery Gathering. Using technology to explore the realms of both the cosmic and the human, Villareal invites…
Artful Evening: BODEWADMI NDAW Screening and Potawatomi Language Workshop
Join us for a screening of local filmmaker Davis Henderson’s newly-released film, BODEWADMI NDAW. This documentary is focused on the efforts of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians and the…
Book Discussion: Old in Art School
by Nell Painter Celebrated historian Dr. Nell Painter shares her story of returning to art school at the age of 64. Painter illustrates her unique perspective by offering insights on…