Mission Statement
The Flint Institute of Arts Museum + Art School connects diverse communities through fun, creative, and inspiring visual art experiences.
Vision Statement
Through collections and exhibitions, studio art classes, educational and family programs, community outreach, events, and collaborations, the Flint Institute of Arts Museum + Art School will be known locally, nationally, and internationally as an outstanding center for the visual arts.
Since its inception in 1967, the Flint Art Fair has been a beacon for art enthusiasts, drawing in crowds of thousands each year. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Flint Cultural Center, this two-day summer extravaganza unfolds on the…
Read More »From prehistoric necklaces made of shells and bones to contemporary ornaments of gold and gemstones, jewelry is a universal form of adornment and one of the most accessible forms of art. Since the beginning it has had many functions; to represent…
Read More »No written record was left by indigenous peoples living in west Mexico 2,000 years ago, but the clay objects in this exhibition offer clues about how they viewed themselves and their environment. Ceramic sculptures depict men and women in various…
Read More »The artworks in this exhibition were created by artists who were either born in Michigan or spent an extended period of time living and working in the state. It shows the depth of Michigan artists who have depicted landscapes, industrial scenes, and…
Read More »Dream Machine Archive: Pocha Dream is an excerpt from a "psychodynamic audio and video tool" created by Mexican-American artist Natalia Rocafuerte to assist immigrant women with their own dream interpretation. Using a hotline that was open from 2020…
Read More »Stop in anytime to view the incredible works of many African American and African Diaspora artists currently on display at the FIA. All events are free and open to the public. Schedule: Thursday, June 13, 2024: 6pm - 8pm: Late Night at the…
Read More »