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The Museum is open today 12 to 4 p.m.
Before Hollywood dominated the film industry, Florida was the hot spot for movie executives. With our warm weather, sunny skies, convenient location, cheap labor, and diverse scenery, Florida quickly became a frontrunner in the early film business in the first part of the 20th century. Jacksonville in particular seemed a logical choice as a capital.
Collection Conversations assembles a selection of works from the Cummer Museum’s permanent collection, reimagining how each work of art is intertwined with the next. The installation promotes a fresh dialogue …
The Cummer Museum’s Bank of America Concourse Art Shop welcomes Jacksonville native Doug Eng, a photographer and installation artist who explores urban and natural landscapes through striking imagery. Trained as …
Over more than six decades, Kuerner Farm in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania inspired nearly 1,000 artworks in a wide variety of genres and media by one of the most celebrated American …
Calida Rawles envisions water as a space for Black healing and reimagines the African American community beyond the stories we already know as a part of the United States’ collective …
Revisiting Christian Iconography asks the viewer to consider how traditional Christian artwork and iconography has changed across time. Scenes depicting the life of Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, or other …
Touring the Landscape explores how American artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries shaped national identity through landscape paintings of iconic tourist destinations. As a burgeoning tourist industry grew, artists …
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. …
Join mural artist Patrick Maxcy for an evening exploring how public art reflects place, sparks conversation, and strengthens community connection. Presented in partnership with Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP), this talk highlights Maxcy’s recent mural beneath the Fuller Warren Bridge – just next door to the Cummer Museum and where Riverside Arts Market (RAM) takes place – and his mural work across …
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.
Free admission the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Did you know that every visit to the Museum is good for your health and well-being? 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. Ticket includes admission to Museum