Art
- ART
Krasl Art Center in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan collects and publicly displays contemporary sculpture. On our campus and throughout the community, indoors and out, you can engage with dynamic artworks by Dale Chihuly, Richard Hunt, George Rickey, and many more artists – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Explore KAC’s public sculpture sites and you will learn about more than art; you will discover the community in which it lives.
Education
- Education
Krasl Art Center offers youth and adult education programs in a variety of media, including drawing, painting, photography, stop-motion animation, ceramics, and sculpture. Stay up-to-date on classes by subscribing to our e-newsletter

KAC offers in-person programs including youth camps & classes, teen/adult classes, and visiting artist workshops year-round.
Events
- Events
Something is always happening at Krasl Art Center. From the Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff to ongoing public events indoors and out to our volunteer gatherings, Krasl is a vibrant year ’round gathering spot. See what’s coming soon. We’d love to see you at Krasl Art Center in beautiful downtown St. Joseph, Michigan.
Art Fair
- ART FAIR
Save the date – Join us for the 2022 Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services and Krasl Art Center on Saturday, July 9 from 10AM – 6PM, and Sunday, July 10 from 10AM – 5PM.
Support & Join
The non-profit Krasl Art Center provides southwest Michigan residents and visitors the opportunity to experience high quality art exhibitions, installations, and events, and to participate in art classes, camps, guest artist workshops, and outreach opportunities. Always changing indoors and out, Krasl is grateful for the support of our generous donors, volunteers and members. If you haven’t yet, please consider volunteering, becoming a member and/or making a donation. It all matters.

Volunteer

Be proud of what you do and the difference you make. Volunteer today!

Volunteers bring life and energy to KAC! They are the heart and soul in everything we do. Now, more than ever, we need your support to help inspire meaningful change and strengthen our community through the visual arts.

Join our incredible crew of volunteers and connect with people who are looking for a fun and rewarding experience. We have a variety of opportunities. You can assist an artist, greet our guests, work with our staff and more! We can find a role that interests you and fits your schedule. Students looking to earn volunteer community service hours are encouraged to sign up. Bring a friend and enjoy the time together!

Meet new people at events like Soup's On!

There are roles for all volunteers at KAC!

The Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff is successful thanks to the 400+ volunteers who help!

IMG 6734We are always looking for happy people to welcome guests to KAC events

Volunteer Docents lead artmaking activities tied to our exhibitions.

Group Volunteer Opportunities available!

KAC events offer many different ways to volunteer, including planing, marketing, and setup.

Meet new people at events like Soup's On!

Here are some of the exciting ways KAC volunteers give their time to our community.

Annual Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff – 400+ volunteers strong, our largest volunteer crew!
Exclusive Exhibition Openings – greet guests, engage with the artists
Education Programs and Event Support – assist with Art Fundles and take-home kits
“Soup’s On-the-Go” Community Fundraiser – host our community and support local artists
Docent Program and Guided Tours – engage with school groups and educate guests
Marketing and Communications Support – promote events via social media and distribution
Office and Administrative Duties – learn and work with staff onsite and virtually from home
Sculpture Garden and Grounds Maintenance – work with friends and keep KAC looking beautiful!

The safety of our volunteers is our priority and our volunteer roles and events are being continually updated to meet state health and local guidelines. We offer in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities.

Click the button below to view the latest volunteer opportunities, email volunteer@krasl.org for additional information.

VOLUNTEER DOCENT PROGRAM

Are you interested in learning about art, interacting with the youth of our community and working with a dynamic group of people? Become a volunteer docent at the Krasl Art Center!

See the details below and email your completed Volunteer Docent Application to curatorial@krasl.org today!

What is a volunteer docent?

A docent is a trained museum guide. The KAC has a variety of tours that require docents, including gallery tours, outdoor sculpture walking tours, and special event tours. Docents must be knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and comfortable working with diverse groups of children and adults. The KAC education department provides weekly 1 hour training sessions that cover art history, cultural sensitivity, public speaking, and teaching strategies. Occasional field trips and artist lectures are also included in the training.

What is the time commitment required?

Training sessions are held on Wednesday afternoons from 12-1 pm. Tours are typically scheduled between 9 am and 5 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. There are occasional weekend and evening time commitments.

Why would I do this for free?

Most museum docent programs are led by volunteers with a passion for teaching and learning about art. Docents benefit from a free and intensive education in the arts and the opportunity to share that education with others. In addition, volunteer docents enjoy KAC membership, invitations to special events, and one free KAC class per session.

I want to participate. How do I get started?

Download the Volunteer Docent Application and email the completed form to office@krasl.org or drop off a hard copy at the reception desk. You will receive an email confirmation, and the upcoming training schedule.