ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Each year, the highly anticipated West Michigan Area Show highlights the work of talented artists from across the region, working in a wide range of artistic media, including painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and much more. During this ArtBreak, selected artists will deliver talks on their featured pieces and larger bodies of work, their artistic processes,…

Event Series Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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.

Bookish Buttons

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Using book pages, create artistic bookish buttons to proudly display! All supplies will be provided.

Book Discussion: Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections between Mathematics and Literature

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

by Sarah B. Hart 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 of both. The…

Leo Villareal Family Night

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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,…

Event Series Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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.

ArtBreak: The Lingnan School

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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…

Summer Jams

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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…

Event Series Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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.

Gallery Gathering: Liu Kuo Sung’s Which is Earth No. 42

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

During this Gallery Gathering, we will take a closer look at Liu Kuo Sung’s Which is Earth No. 42, part of the artist’s Space Series that was inspired by photographs of Earth taken from the Apollo 8 mission in 1968. This piece is included in the exhibition Ink Rhapsody: The Art of the Lingnan Masters…

Wonder Walk: Ink and Imagination

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Step into a world of ink and imagination! Join us as we explore the beauty of Chinese ink paintings. We’ll discover how artists use ink to create amazing scenes full of life and movement. Get ready to spot delicate brushstrokes and bold splashes.

Event Series Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Sunday Drop-in Conversation

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

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.