Stage Direction [Exit, pursued by a bear] Winter's Tale Act 3, Scene 3 #ShakespeareSunday

By this hand, it will not kill a fly. But come, now I will be your Rosalind in a more coming-on disposition; and ask me what you will, I will grant it. As You Like It Act 4, Scene 1 #ShakespeareSunday

And toward the education of your daughters I here bestow a simple instrument, And this small packet of Greek and Latin books. If you accept them, then their worth is great. Taming of the Shrew Act 2, Scene 1 #ShakespeareSunday Object number: 47.598

His valour shown upon our crests to-day Hath taught us how to cherish such high deeds Even in the bosom of our adversaries. Henry V Act 5, Scene 5 #ShakespeareSunday Object number: 73.675

🗣️ JUST IN!! Two screenings of the video recording of the “HeLa” play about Henrietta Lacks have been added at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum! Showtimes are Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8, at 1 p.m. Seating is first come, first served. FREE. #Kalamazoo #HenriettaLacksDay2023

Chemistry is cool! What fun we had Saturday! Check out all the photos at the link below. See you at next year's Chemistry Day! bit.ly/2023ChemistryD… Read story: bit.ly/KVMChemistryDa…

Local historian Murphy Darden combined his love of collecting historical artifacts and the arts to help tell untold stories of the African American experience. His work has been showcased at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and Kalamazoo Valley Community College. He will be missed.

FLASHBACK FRIDAY! Hot cocoa & holiday tunes indoors were a perfect combination when we presented two, free Dec. 1 Art Hop concerts of the Kalamazoo Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra on last Friday’s rainy night! More concert photos: bit.ly/KVMArtHop_Dec1 Enjoy your weekend!

The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is closing for business at noon today, Jan. 12, 2024, due to inclement weather. We will also be closed on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.

Urgent: All classes including virtual and activities at all KVCC campuses, including the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, are delayed to 10 a.m. due to inclement weather.

Tune into WKZO 590 AM and 106.9 FM on Thursday, Jan. 25 at 8:50 a.m. to hear award-winning author Bonnie Jo Campbell talk about her Feb. 2 visit to Kalamazoo Valley Community, co-sponsored with the museum and the Kalamazoo Film Society! More at bit.ly/3TZIjTZ.

Lots of new exhibits at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum in February! Click on the link to hear our own Julie Bunke, manager of exhibits and interactive experiences, tell the FOX 17 Morning Mix show all about them! bit.ly/FOX17_StateHos…

Excited about the April 8 solar eclipse? Stop by the Kalamazoo Valley Museum for a free pair of solar eclipse glasses, starting 3/1. One per person while supplies last. Note: Staring directly at the sun can damage your eyes. Use solar eclipse viewing glasses or a viewing device.

Need free spring break activities for the kids? The Kalamazoo Valley Museum will offer a mix of entertainment and learning experiences for all ages, March 26 - 30. Enjoy exhibits, art or science activities, themed events and fun, educational days. More at kalamazoomuseum.org.

Come to the museum to enjoy indoor and outdoor opportunities to view the April 8 solar eclipse! You’ll even get free solar eclipse viewing glasses! Watch a live feed in our theater from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Or, join the crowd outdoors. More details at kalamazoomuseum.org.

Celebrate pop culture and the arts in downtown Kalamazoo on May 4 for National Free COMIC BOOK DAY! Starts at 10 a.m. at the museum and 10:30 a.m. at Anna Whitten Hall, running until 3 p.m. at both sites. Children & adults welcome! Free. Read more: bit.ly/ComicDay2024

HAPPY JUNETEENTH! Did you know it became a federal holiday in 2021? Also known as Freedom Day, it’s been observed since 1865. More at bit.ly/About_Juneteen…. And the National Museum of African American History & Culture has wonderful online resources at nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth.

NEW EXHIBIT! Be a Scientist! Engineer! Architect! Leader! Artist! The “Questioneers: Read. Question. Think. Play!” exhibit is a free, interactive way for kids to explore creative problem-solving, and science, technology, engineering, art and math. More: kalamazoomuseum.org.