Drawn Together explores the intriguing nature of the artistic process. Pairing work from the Cummer Museum’s permanent collection with the artist's smaller study drawings reveals the time and commitment it takes to conceptualize an idea from start to finish. This often leaves the viewer with two or more standalone masterpieces: the initial sketch and the …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Portrait of a Youth in an Embroidered Vest, the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens’ beloved portrait by Marie Victoire Lemoine, is heading to another prestigious destination this spring. This painting is regularly featured in internationally touring exhibitions. Can’t wait to find out where it is going next? Join us for THE BIG REVEAL Fat …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with our annual day-long marketplace in the Gardens, featuring a diverse lineup of women makers, designers, and entrepreneurs. Browse and shop unique creations while connecting with the talented women behind them. Discover their stories, creative processes, and businesses in this inspiring celebration of women’s innovation and artistry. Arden Bardol, Owner & …
Your well-being matters. Did you know that every visit to the Museum is good for your health and wellness? Treat yourself to a gentle Tai Chi & Sound Bath Experience in the Cummer Gardens and then explore the Museum campus to find your center. Comfortable clothes and mats are recommended.
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Celebrate the spring equinox with a string quartet performance from the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy a selection of nature themed musical selections to mark the changing of the seasons.
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
On display in the Bank of America Concourse Shop- a venue for regional artists whose works share parallel themes with featured exhibitions. Westward Vibrations: Dance of the Exodusters explores the American West through the lens of Gullah Geechee heritage, African diasporic traditions, and Native American influences. Created by interdisciplinary artist and scholar Amiri Farris, the …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Knowing the West is a travelling exhibition that embraces and examines perceptions of the American West to be more inclusive, complex, and reflective of the diverse peoples who contributed to art and life in and about the West. Americans often feel they "know the West," whether informed by direct experience or popular culture. Visions of …
Did you know the average time people spend looking at a piece of art is less than 30 seconds? Let’s slow down and take a longer look at some of our favorite pieces that have much more to offer under the surface. Join Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole Associate Curator, Brianna Sharpe, on this interactive tour …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Led by a volunteer Docent, tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
You don’t have to be an expert to reap the benefits of art and gardens! Embrace the well-being boost of slowing down through the Slow Art Challenge. Drop in during Free Saturday to take a deliberate pause, immerse yourself, and enjoy spending quality time with a few works of art (along with our Gallery Hosts …
Spend a relaxing afternoon immersed in the art of portrait drawing with artist William McMahan. Whether you’re a budding artist or looking to refine your skills, this extended workshop offers a deep dive into technique and style under McMahan’s expert guidance. Learn to create stunning portraits of a live model using pencil, pen, or paint. …