The Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art has been closed to public visitors and audiences since March 13, 2020 in line with K-State’s Covid-19 policies. However, staff members have worked hard to develop online resources to allow the public continued access to the museum ’s collection, exhibitions and programs. Following are some of the interactive tools and platforms developed for adults, children and families to explore art virtually. For a frequently updated guide to these online resources, visit beach.k-state.edu/explore
Smartify
The free app identifies 2D and 3D artworks in the museum, and instantly returns text, audio and video interpretation. Download Smartify free today for Apple and Android devices from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. To use from home, click on the Explore tool to search for the museum and its gallery offerings and gain access to works in other museums. Take advantage of the app’s personal gallery-making tool. Smartify will connect with text-to-voice apps.
Online Exhibitions
Enjoy ways to explore the museum’s exhibitions online, visit beach.k-state.edu/explore/exhibitions
Featuring:
Waylande Gregory: Art Deco Ceramics and the Atomic Impulse: virtual exhibition.
Inspirations: Art for Storytelling: images of artworks and space to record observations and insights. Visit k-state.edu/tap
Voices of the West: pdf format
Charles Lindsay: FIELD STATION 4: video tour with creator Charles Lindsay.
2020 K-State Common Work of Art: video of virtual celebration with K-State First Book.
Image: China Marks, Monkey Boy and the Magic Beans (detail), 2007, machine embroidery and appliqué on various fabrics, lace, thread, fusible adhesive, and Beva, 2007 Friends of the Beach Museum of Art annual acquisition, 2007.50
Collection Search Tool
Explore the museum’s art collection of nearly 10,000 objects for research or enjoyment with this collection search tool. Visit beach.k-state.edu/explore/collection
BMA YouTube Channel
Find videos of art, artist interviews and special programs, including the museum ’s new virtual program series Let’s Talk Art and Art Bytes, short videos about art in the museum’s collection. Please subscribe to our channel! Visit beach.k-state.edu/videos
Educational Resources
Available for schools, early childhood programs, social service organizations and home school groups. Visit beach.k-state.edu/participate/educational-resources
Social Media
Enjoy and share fun interactive posts about regional art and artists.
Facebook: BeachMuseumofArt
Instagram: beachmuseum
Twitter: @BeachMuseum
Beach Buddies Facebook Group
Find resources and activities for children, families and educators, including virtual ARTSmart classes. Join through the museum’s Facebook page or visit facebook.com/groups/bmabuddies
Interactive Tools Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors: Greater Manhattan Community Foundation’s Lincoln & Dorothy I. Deihl Community Grants Program, Beach Edwards Family Foundation | Bronze Sponsor: SNW Gallery & Custom Frames (Kevin
West & Alyn Pennington West).