MICA Memories: Athenaeum Fire in 1835
Excerpted and adapted from Making History / Making Art, by Douglas L. Frost.
Highlights from MICA’s Bicentennial Kickoff Celebration
MICA celebrated the start of its 200th anniversary at the Bicentennial Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in the Brown Center. The event featured a proclamation from the Mayor's office, launch the year of events, and reception, with remarks from President McCormick, community leaders, students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
MICA's Next Century of Creative Impact, It's Just the Beginning!
MICA's Bicentennial: Celebrating Two Centuries
Join the festivities as MICA honors its 200-year history, recognizes its present success, and looks forward to a bright future. Throughout 2026, the College will be sharing community stories and announcing one-of-a-kind events on campus, in Baltimore, and beyond.
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For retired faculty member Dr. Joan M.E. Gaither, textiles has always been a vehicle for connection. Through story quilts and community-based…
Finding Material and Meaning
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Listen Now: President McCormick on WYPR
President Cecilia McCormick joined the WYPR Midday program host Tom Hall for a conversation about MICA’s impact, leadership, and future as the…