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Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art

Let’s Talk Local Newspapers with Jeremiah Ariaz

Thurs., Oct. 2, 2025 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Beach Museum of Art | Free and open to the public

Photographer Jeremiah Ariaz will discuss his Fourth Estate series, which explores the vital role of small-town newspapers in Kansas. The project highlights how these publications help build community and support democratic systems, while also documenting an industry in decline. Newspapers are closing across the country at an average rate of two per week. The conversation will be led by Curator Elizabeth Seaton.

Photo of Jeremiah Ariaz
Jeremiah Ariaz

This program is offered in conjunction with the exhibition Rural America, open Sept. 2, 2025 – Sept. 26, 2026.

A view of the "Fourth Estate" works by artist Jeremiah Ariaz, in the "Rural America" exhibition at the Beach Museum of Art.
A view of the Fourth Estate works by Jeremiah Ariaz, on display in the “Rural America” exhibition at the Beach Museum of Art.

"Rural America" exhibition promotional image.