
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
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. Timed tickets are available Tuesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 4 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m.
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.
LAND & LABOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Cummer Museum resides within the ancestral and unceded homelands of the Timucua, indigenous peoples who inhabited the present-day geographies of southeast Georgia into north and central Florida. It is believed that the last Timucua left the area with the Spanish when Florida ceded to England, with the last known Timucua, Juan Alonso Cabale, dying in Cuba in 1767. When visiting the Cummer Museum’s Gardens, we invite you to join us in acknowledging the significance of place, legacies of dispossession, and offering respect and care for the land and its resources.
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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.
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.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
- Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Ph.D, George W. and Kathleen I. Gibbs Director and Chief Executive Officer
- Kerrie Slattery, 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
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 |
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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.
PRIVACY POLICY & REGISTRATION STATEMENT
Researching Your Collection & Reproduction Requests
Photography Policy
NEWS
News and press releases from the Cummer Museum
Recent Headlines:
Jan 2, 2021: Minority Artists And Experiences Highlighted Across Jacksonville, Florida, This Winter
Oct 7, 2020: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens selects new director from Spelman College
Oct 2, 2020: Jacksonville artists showcased in pop-up gallery at the Cummer
Sept 18, 2020: Here are the honorees for the Jacksonville Business Journal's inaugural Community Impact Award
Recent Press Releases:
Sep 23, 2020: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Unveils Updated Permanent Galleries
Jul 21, 2020: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens to Reopen Galleries
Mar 19, 2020: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Board Names Kerrie Slattery as Interim Director
Feb 1, 2020: J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Donate $3 Million to Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens