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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250813T130000
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SUMMARY:ArtBreak: West Michigan Area Show Artist Highlight
DESCRIPTION:During this special ArtBreak event\, we will be touring the West Michigan Area Show with some of the talented local artists whose work is included in the exhibition! Learn more about: \n\nNathan Anderson’s The Mourning of Battle (acrylic on linen)\nGary Eldridge’s She’s Got the Music in Her (mixed media assemblage)\nLee Ann Frame’s Stopping By (line etching\, aquatint\, and relief color roll)\nJohn Leben’s Elephant Forest (digital)\nAlfield Reeves’ The Souls of Black Folk (photography)\n\nPlease 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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-west-michigan-area-show-artist-highlight-3/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArtBreak
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250810T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250810T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
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SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T183000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250613T170923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T192035Z
UID:10001096-1754587800-1754591400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: West Michigan Area Show
DESCRIPTION:Tour the West Michigan Area Show with some of the talented local artists whose work is included in the exhibition! During this extended Gallery Gathering\, learn more about Dan Giancaspro’s Identity (copper\, brass\, and bronze); Thimgan Hayden’s At the End of the World (oil on linen canvas); Leon Lou’s A Greek-Chinese Translator Who Understands Neither Languages (oil on canvas); Cary Okoro’s Incarnata: Field Tunic with Seeds for Sowing (hand-painting on cotton with linen\, thread\, and foraged seeds); Stone Peng’s Morning Jogger and Dog (original fine art photography); and Rachel Stickney’s Vessel Book 8 (stoneware\, handmade paper\, waxed thread). \nWant to hear more from West Michigan Area Show artists? Join us for ArtBreak on August 13\, as we embark on another gallery tour with more participating artists!
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-west-michigan-area-show/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Gallery Gathering,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/gallery-gathering-WMAS.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250803T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000952-1754227800-1754231400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-08-03/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250801T114500
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250613T170317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T140221Z
UID:10001095-1754046000-1754048700@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Walk: Summer Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a sunny art adventure! We’re taking a stroll through the galleries to discover artworks that capture the fun and warmth of summer. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden surprises and splashy colors as we dive into summer-inspired art! \nPlease note: Our elevator will be temporarily unavailable through August 11 due to a full modernization project. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we conduct this essential upgrade for visitor safety and accessibility.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-summer-stroll/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,In the Museum,Wonder Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/wonder-walk-summer-stroll.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250720T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250720T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000950-1753018200-1753021800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-07-20/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T181033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T133856Z
UID:10001076-1752922800-1752933600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Summer Community Day
DESCRIPTION: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 visitor\, this event will provide something for everyone in the family to enjoy. \n  \n\n\n\nTime\nActivity\n\n\n\n\n11am\nCommunity Day begins\n\n\n11am–5pm\nSummer Scavenger Hunt in the galleries\n\n\n11am–2pm\nCandy charcuterie table in the Kirk Newman Art School Commons\n\n\n11am–2pm\nArt Projects: \n\nColoring sheets\nDoodle Table\nPopsicle Pop Art\nPainting with Alternative Tools (think fly swatters\, pool noodles\, and textured brushes)\n\nFamily Outdoor Games: \n\nGiant Connect Four\nYard Tic-Tac-Toe\nLadderball\nSidewalk Chalk\n\n\n\n\n11:30am and 1:15pm\nStorytime: Sticks by Diane Alber in the Library\n\n\n2pm\nCommunity day Ends
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/centennial-community-day/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T171712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T174540Z
UID:10001059-1752775200-1752780600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Artful Evening: BODEWADMI NDAW Screening and Potawatomi Language Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 Pokagon Band of Potawatomi to revitalize their rapidly disappearing language\, Bodéwadmimwen. Following the screening and a Q&A with Henderson\, Holden Day will lead a beginner’s language workshop. Join us to learn key words and phrases in Bodéwadmimwen! \nWorkshop instructor Holden Day shares: \n“Bozho\, Nagas nde neshnabé noswen anaké Holden Day ė-zhnekangoyan. Mshiké o ndodém. Bodéwadmi ndaw. Pegegneniyek nde-béndagwes. Wzawkik nde-wchbya neshjé ngom odewpi Zikemzo nde-da. Nish-mnedok miné trans ndaw. Zhak pon nde-ndo-gkédan ode gdezheshmowmenan. \nHello\, my Neshnabé name is Nagas\, or I am called Holden Day. I am Turtle Clan. I am Potawatomi\, enrolled with the Pokagon Band. I am from Wzawkik (“Benton Harbor\, MI”) but am currently living in Zikemzo (“Kalamazoo\, MI”). I am two-spirit and trans. I have been learning our language for nine years.” \nDavis Henderson (He/They) is a filmmaker\, voice actor\, and storyteller. He is also a citizen of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians (also known to the community as the Gun Lake Tribe). Kalamazoo born and based\, they wish to share stories about the land that we gather on that are not written in history books.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-bodewadmi-ndaw-screening-and-potawatomi-language-workshop/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artful Evening,Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Davis-Henderson.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T163039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T173410Z
UID:10001052-1752674400-1752678000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Old in Art School
DESCRIPTION:by Nell Painter \nAbout this book: 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 the intersection of art and sexism\, ageism\, and racism throughout her personal journey to earning a BFA and MFA. This memoir will appeal to anyone who has ever been interested in taking an art class or pursuing something new at any age.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/old-in-art-school/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/old-in-art-school.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000949-1752413400-1752417000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250711T114500
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T172738Z
UID:10001073-1752231600-1752234300@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Walks: Reality and Imagination
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-reality-and-imagination/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum,Wonder Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ethel-Fisher-Blue-Suspension.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T180000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T172426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T172740Z
UID:10001062-1752168600-1752170400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: Leo Villareal: Interstellar
DESCRIPTION: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 guests to wonder and reflect on our places in the universe and the journeys we share. Together we will explore this innovative exhibition where light and code come together to create an evocative and immersive experience. \nThis Gallery Gathering will be led by Eric Souther\, Assistant Professor of Kinetic Imaging in the Gwen Frostic School of Art at Western Michigan University.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-leo-villareal-interstellar/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Gallery Gathering,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Leo-Villareal.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250706T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250706T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000948-1751808600-1751812200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250629T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250629T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000947-1751203800-1751207400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000946-1750599000-1750602600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T170858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184100Z
UID:10001058-1750356000-1750359600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Artful Evening: WMAS Juror’s Talk with Dr. Hubert Massey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening with acclaimed Detroit artist Dr. Hubert Massey\, the 2025 juror for the West Michigan Area Show. Massey is renowned for his large-scale public murals and frescoes\, which often celebrate the rich cultural history of Michigan and its people. Massey will share insights from his distinguished career\, exploring his creative process\, the inspiration behind his work\, and the significance of public art in building community. Following the lecture\, Massey will lead a brief gallery walk through the West Michigan Area Show exhibition\, offering his expert perspective on selected works and highlighting the themes and techniques that stood out to him as a juror. \nDr. Hubert Massey is an award-winning Kresge Fine Arts Fellow. His distinctive fresco murals grace the halls of such notable Michigan destinations as the Flint Institute of the Arts\, Detroit Athletic Club\, and his alma mater\, Grand Valley State University. He studied at the University of London’s Slade Institute of Fine Arts and later learned the centuries-old fresco technique from former assistants of legendary artist Diego Rivera.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evening-wmas-jurors-talk-with-dr-hubert-massey/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artful Evening,Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Hubert-Massey.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T162426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T170956Z
UID:10001051-1750255200-1750258800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Scarlet in Blue
DESCRIPTION:by Jennifer Murphy \nAt 15 years old\, Blue is ready to leave a life spent on the run with her eccentric artist mother\, Scarlet. For too long\, Blue and Scarlet have been hiding from HIM\, a shadow man Blue has never actually seen. Landing in South Haven\, Michigan\, they find a welcoming community\, but Scarlet’s dark history continues to follow them. This beautiful and gripping psychological thriller examines the powerful relationships between mother/daughter and trauma/art. Visit the Western Michigan Area Show following our discussion to view local artists.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-scarlet-in-blue/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/scarlet-in-blue.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250615T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250615T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000945-1749994200-1749997800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-06-15/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T114500
DTSTAMP:20260510T192039
CREATED:20250321T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T183851Z
UID:10001072-1749812400-1749815100@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Walks: Light and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore Leo Villareal’s exhibition to see how he brings his artwork to life with light and movement.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-light-and-movement/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films,Free,In the Museum,Wonder Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Interstellar.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T174952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171201Z
UID:10001066-1749751200-1749754800@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Artist’s Talk with Holly Roberts
DESCRIPTION:Artist Holly Roberts will speak about her body of work created over the past 40 years\, tracing her development as a pioneer in the world of altered photography. Mary Statzer\, Curator of Prints and Photographs at the University of New Mexico Art Museum\, has written\, “Holly Roberts’ contribution to the field of photography is without question. Her work has been added to the canon of experimental ‘creative’ photography in authoritative books on the subject for good reason. Few artists have so successfully combined photography and painting–seamlessly and to great effect–placing the imagined and the ‘real’ on equal footing to describe both lived experiences as well as psychological states and emotion.” \nHolly Roberts’ work has been shown internationally\, and she is represented by galleries across the country. In 2023\, she had a one-person exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Modern Art. She has had five monographs published about her work\, including a comprehensive survey of her work from her exhibit in San Diego called\, “Storyteller: Work by Holly Roberts.” She has received numerous awards and grants\, including two artist’s grants from National Endowments for the Arts. \nA selection of works by Holly Roberts is now on view in the Kirk Newman Art School Commons.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artists-talk-with-holly-roberts/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artist Talks,Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Holly-Roberts.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000944-1749389400-1749393000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T180652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T164712Z
UID:10001074-1749146400-1749153600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Family Night at the KIA
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for an exciting evening of art exploration and creativity! Discover JooYoung Choi’s vibrant exhibition\, An Infinite Constellation of Love\, where her imaginative world and playful characters celebrate diversity and the power of community connections. \nStart the night off with a family-friendly Gallery Gathering from 5:30 to 6:00pm. From 6:00 to 8:00pm drop in and explore the galleries and let JooYoung’s colorful exhibit spark your creativity as you make your own unique artwork.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/family-night-at-the-kia/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T180000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T164715Z
UID:10001061-1749144600-1749146400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: Family Exploration of An Infinite Constellation of Love
DESCRIPTION:Explore the magical world of JooYoung Choi’s immersive installation\, An Infinite Constellation of Love\, on view in the Joy Light Gallery. This special Gallery Gathering is designed especially for young museumgoers and their caregivers. Gallery stools will be available.  \nAfter the Gallery Gathering\, stay for Family Night activities\, and make your own artwork inspired by the exhibition!
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-family-exploration-of-an-infinite-constellation-of-love/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Gallery Gathering,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250601T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250601T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000943-1748784600-1748788200@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250525T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250525T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000942-1748179800-1748183400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T174707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T160716Z
UID:10001065-1747936800-1747944000@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of laughter\, learning\, and local pride! This interactive event is inspired by the KIA’s Sourced from the ’Zoo exhibition\, which celebrates the people\, places\, and stories that make Kalamazoo unique. \nWe’re teaming up with Crawlspace Comedy Theatre\, one of Kalamazoo’s most beloved performance groups\, to deliver an entertaining and high-energy trivia experience. The evening will be hosted by Dann Sytsma\, founder and director of Crawlspace\, who brings years of emcee experience and improv charm to the stage. Expect witty commentary\, surprising facts\, and a healthy dose of friendly competition. \nWhether you’re a lifelong local or just getting to know the area\, this night promises engaging questions about Kalamazoo’s rich cultural history from legends and landmarks to unexpected local gems. Come solo\, with a partner\, or rally your smartest crew for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. \nLight refreshments will be available. Doors open at 5:30 PM\, trivia starts at 6:00 PM. Free and open to the public!
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/kalamazoo-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T162049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T145334Z
UID:10001050-1747836000-1747839600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Any Person is the Only Self
DESCRIPTION:by Elisa Gabbert \nEvery life is a unique experience but what commonalities unite us? How can our personal stories be relatable? Books\, music\, art—we may view these differently\, yet we relate to common themes. Gabbert considers how these perceptions influence our understanding in regard to artforms. These 16 essays look at who we are when we read a good book or see interesting art. These essays also grapple with how time and memory influence that experience. Join us to discuss these essays in conversation with themes showcased in Sourced from the ‘Zoo. We will meet in the gallery and look at pieces on display during our discussion.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-any-person-is-the-only-sel/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T164320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T145705Z
UID:10001056-1747828800-1747832400@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:ArtBreak: Mies van der Rohe’s Democratic Vision: A Century of Community Engagement at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:In February 1943\, Mies van der Rohe published his “Museum for a Small City” in Architectural Forum. Architectural historians have long been fascinated with the concept drawings\, but often refer to the plans as never having been realized. And yet\, archival evidence suggests that Mies’ “Museum for a Small City” was indeed realized in 1961\, right here in Kalamazoo. During this ArtBreak\, Dr. Christine Hahn will examine how Mies’ vision came to life in the architectural design of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. \nDr. Christine Hahn is a Professor of Art History and the Art Department Chair at Kalamazoo College. She received both her M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and has shared her work with local\, national\, and international audiences. She was the recipient of a Fulbright Research Fellowship in 2002\, spending the year in Seoul\, South Korea. Dr. Hahn’s research focuses on 20th century art\, examining how the circulation of art via expatriate artists\, traveling exhibitions\, and the museum space creates multilayered meanings for global audiences.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artbreak-mies-van-der-rohes-democratic-vision-a-century-of-community-engagement-at-the-kalamazoo-institute-of-arts/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:ArtBreak,Free,In the Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20241219T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T201948Z
UID:10000941-1747575000-1747578600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/sunday-drop-in-conversation/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In the Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.kiarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sundays.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T192040
CREATED:20250321T170558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T145416Z
UID:10001057-1747332000-1747335600@www.kiarts.org
SUMMARY:Artful Evening: Building Community through Art and Music
DESCRIPTION:During this immersive Artful Evening event\, Rev. Millard Southern will speak about the power of visual art and music to create and sustain communities\, bringing diverse voices and perspectives together in harmony with one another. Following his short talk\, the Bill Cessna Trio will perform live in our galleries\, with Bill Cessna on keyboard\, Joe Miller on drums\, and Owen Cramer on bass. Sit and enjoy\, or wander our exhibitions as you listen! \nRev. Southern is the pastor of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Kalamazoo. A native of Chicago\, he studied theology at Union Theological Seminary in New York City and earned his Masters in Divinity there in 2010. The Bill Cessna Trio performs jazz music across the Midwest. Their performances pay homage to the musicians who inspire them while also incorporating original music and improvisation.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/artful-evenings-building-community-through-art-and-music/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artful Evening,Free,In the Museum
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