Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Rolling green hills and sparkling clear lakes characterize Kalamazoo.  With a diverse and rich community culture, the community offers housing, attractions, recreation, dining and shopping for a wide variety of tastes and budgets. 

 

The vibrant Art Deco downtown of Kalamazoo is marked by area businesses, a four-diamond world-class convention hotel and bustling entertainment offerings and nightlife.  Whether you enjoy eating at the chef's table at one of the area's finest restaurants or hanging out at the local brewery, a fine dining experience awaits you. 

 

Musical tastes ranging from classical to jazz can be satisfied by the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, a local night club or a touring artist.  And the area's many small venues and major auditoriums offer everything from comedic performances to avante garde theater to traveling Broadway shows.

 

Kalamazoo Air Zoo

Kalamazoo's attractions and museums combine nature, education and art in one-of-a-kind settings.  Whether you are interested in experiencing priceless paintings and sculptures or seeing the world's only remaining SR-71B Blackbird aircraft, you can find it here. 

 

Southwest Michigan's fertile soil and temperate climate produces some of the most exquisite wines and produce in America.  Visit one of the area's nationally renowned wineries or sample delicious fruit and vegetables at a local orchard or farm.
 

For those seeking action, the area's three universities and colleges provide spectators with a wide variety of sporting events.  The area is also home to several minor league teams which give fans a major league rush.

 

The climate offers residents an ideal balance of the four seasons and the activities that can be enjoyed during each.  The area's 22 golf courses, three ski resorts, 83 lakes and numerous hiking and bike trails offer abundant opportunities for outdoor activities.  Whether you enjoy boating or ice skating, golf or beach bumming, there is something for everyone.

 

Kalamazoo certainly offers the thrill of escape without ever having to leave your hometown.