About

OUR MISSION

To engage and inspire through the arts, gardens, and education.

OUR VISION

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is a vital community partner that reaches out to diverse audiences through outstanding artistic offerings, dynamic learning experiences, and opportunities to participate in the beauty of the natural world. The Museum is an environment in which joy and discovery infuse all that we do. Arts, gardens, and education converge to create meaningful personal experiences and open a world of new possibilities. We honor our rich history, embrace the energy of our time, and commit to a vibrant future through the advancement of resources to grow and deepen our mission.

MUSEUM HOURS & ADMISSION

The Museum announced its second phase of reopening, which restores community access to the Museum’s indoor galleries and exhibitions in a limited capacity, on July 21, 2020. This announcement follows the safe and successful first phase of reopening that began on June 20 with the historic riverfront gardens. The Museum will continue to limit daily capacity across the campus for the foreseeable future.

In order to prioritize the health of our guests and our staff, and to minimize touch points and onsite capacity, all visitors must reserve a timed ticket for entry.

RESERVE YOUR ADMISSION TICKET NOW

Monday   CLOSED
Tuesday   11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday   11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Gardens close when the Museum closes or at dusk (whichever is sooner) and during inclement weather. Operating hours for the Cummer Café vary. The Cummer Shop is open during Museum hours and always available online. The Museum will be closed on Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year’s Day.

FREE ADMISSION

College Students with ID enjoy free admission each Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Free admission, except for ticketed events, each Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sponsored by VyStar Credit Union.

Free admission, except for ticketed events, each Friday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sponsored by PNC Bank.

Free admission, the first Saturday of each month, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver.

Free admission, except for ticketed events, the third Saturday of each month, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Florida Blue.

Free admission for Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders the first full weekend of each month, provided by Museums on Us.

CONTACT US

829 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204

For general inquiries, please call 904.356.6857. To reach a specific department, dial the extensions listed below:

Admission	ext. 6265
Café	ext. 6022
Curatorial	ext. 6020
Education	ext. 6004
Programs	ext. 6023
Event Rentals	ext. 6026
Finance	ext. 6013
Gardens	ext. 6254
Group Tours	ext. 6023
Human Resources	ext. 6029
Individual Giving	ext. 6028

Marketing	ext. 6027
Membership	ext. 6265
Rights & Reproductions	ext. 6020
School Tours	ext. 6004
Security	ext. 6200
Shop	ext. 6035
Sponsorship	ext. 6028
Visitor Experience	ext. 6265

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Ph.D, George W. and Kathleen I. Gibbs Director and Chief Advancement Officer (beginning December 2020)
Kerrie Slattery, Interim Director and Chief Advancement Officer
Joanna Blinn, Director of Strategic Communications
Cara Bowyer, Director of Visitor Experience
Lisa Kaspar, Director of Operations
Holly Keris, J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver Chief Curator
Kim Kuta Dring, Director of Education
Susan Tudor, Director of Retail Operations
Wanda Willis, Director of Community Engagement & Inclusion

View the Cummer Museum's Board of Trustees

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens believes that we all deserve to work in an environment where we are treated with dignity and respect. The Museum is committed to creating such an environment because it brings out the full potential in each of us, which in turn, contributes directly to meeting the needs of the public and community we serve.

The Cummer Museum's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or sexual orientation. The Cummer Museum's intent and desire is that equal employment opportunities will be provided in employment recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, demotion, lay-offs, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

DOOLITTLE FAMILY GARDEN CURATOR

9.17.2020

Diversity, Equity, Access, & Inclusion

The Cummer Museum's Director of Community Engagement and Inclusion, Wanda Willis, is dedicated to and leads the Museum's efforts to cultivate meaningful partnerships and promote strong community engagement. Our vision is to be a socially responsible partner that connects diverse audiences and is inclusive and representative of our community. Engage with Wanda here.

Contact Wanda

Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring our facilities, exhibitions, programs, and services are accessible to all visitors. In addition, the Museum offers a range of accommodations to those with disabilities. Click here to view the full accessibility policy or contact the Museum’s Accessibility Coordinator at 904.899.6002 or by email at accessibility@cummermuseum.org.

REQUESTS & POLICIES

Donations from the Cummer Museum will be considered for non-profits' fundraising programs and organizations' charitable initiatives. Because we are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the Museum cannot provide financial sponsorships or program advertising; however, requests for complimentary passes or memberships will be considered.

Request a CHARITABLE Donation