Book Presentation
September 24, 2017 2pm-4pm
at Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art

It is our honor to invite you to the presentation of the book

M is for Math, Museum, and Manhattan, Kansas
by Natasha Rozhkovskaya.

Short public lectures on science, art and history of Manhattan will be presented to the audience by the author and the guest speakers of the event, while family activities for young visitors will be offered at the gallery.

Presenters

  • Natalia Rozhkovskaya,
    Associate Professor
    Department of Mathematics
    Kansas State University

  • Allana Saenger Parker,
    Curator of Design
    Riley County Historical Museum.

  • Bharat Ratra,
    Distinguished Professor
    Department of Physics
    Kansas State University

  • Kathrine Schlageck,
    Associate Curator of Education
    Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art

About the book:

This richly illustrated book is addressed to the general public investigates application of mathematical thinking in observing of fine arts. The artworks from the collection of the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art illustrate that mathematical insight may lead to a better understanding of the artwork and the artist's methods and intentions. More information on the book can be found here .

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