Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Welcome to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts!
From its beginning in 1924, the KIA has offered art classes to the whole community and a place for the enjoyment of the visual arts through exhibitions, lectures, special events and a permanent collection. The KIA's mission has been to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts for the communities of West Michigan.
The museum's 10 galleries showcase outstanding temporary exhibitions and portions of the KIA's significant permanent collection. While the collection's emphasis is 20th-century American painting and sculpture, it also includes an extensive European and American print collection, as well as important collections of photography and contemprary ceramics. The collection includes works by local, national, and international artists, including the stunning glass chandelier by Dale Chihuly that hangs in the foyer.
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