To celebrate the twentieth anniversary of its opening, the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art is unveiling a new look for the permanent collection galleries. Drawing on the twentieth anniversary celebration theme “You Gotta Have Art,” the galleries feature works from a range of periods, displayed together to highlight particular themes and stimulate dialogue. Expect to see gallery favorites by John Steuart Curry and Shirley Smith alongside works re-emerging from art storage after a long hiatus. Also on view are new acquisitions by significant contemporary Kansas artists, such as Roger Shimomura, Jane Booth, and Andrzej Zieliński, as well as promised gifts to the collection borrowed for this festive year.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
All programs take place at the Beach Museum of Art and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Sunday, October 9, 2016, 2-6 p.m.
20th Anniversary Celebration and Open House
Help celebrate the 20th Birthday and theme “You Gotta Have Art.” There will be activities for all ages, party favors, and, of course, cake! Cash bar opens and music begins at 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 27, 5:30 p.m.
20th Anniversary K-State Student Night at the Museum
Everything comes to life during this celebration of the museum’s 20th anniversary. Co-sponsored by 91.9 KSDB. Join us for art activities, snacks, and live music. Visit the museum’s website for event updates.
November 10, 5:30 p.m.
Film Screening: Temple Grandin
Enjoy this Oscar-winning bio-pic starring Clare Danes as the animal scientist who has worked to make humane practices more prevalent in the handling of animals raised for food. Complimentary snacks provided
November 29, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Temple Grandin Book Signing and Reception
Dr. Temple Grandin, groundbreaking animal scientist, advocate for people on the Autism spectrum, and author will sign books at a reception in her honor.
