Due to impending Hurricane Milton, the Museum will be closed Tuesday, Oct. 8 through Friday, Oct. 11. Stay tuned for further updates and stay safe.
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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.
The Norman Film Manufacturing Company, also known as the Norman Studios, located in Jacksonville, Florida, produced films out of its Arlington headquarters from 1920 until 1928. Richard E. Norman, a Caucasian, gained national attention by producing films with African American casts for African American audiences. He produced at least 8 feature films with top African …
The Cummer Museum’s collection contains many works on paper. Did you know that works on paper are easily and irreversibly damaged by both natural and artificial lights?
One of Australia’s most acclaimed Indigenous artists, Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri was a founder of the Western Desert art movement. Mysteries that Remain is an important survey of Namarari’s work, featuring paintings on canvas and board from 1971-1990. It reveals the depth and complexity of Namarari’s artistic experiments as he restlessly strove to present the ancestral narratives …
Free admission the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. sponsored by Citi.
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. …
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.
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.
Enjoy lively discussion about a pre-selected, exhibition inspired book. The Cummer Nassau Art Book Club meets monthly. Locations alternate between the Fernandina Beach Public Library Branch and Yulee Branch Library at FSCJ Campus. October Selection: Quilt of Souls: A Memoir by Phyllis Biffle Elmore; inspired by the Cummer Museum exhibition Fabric of a Nation: American …
Artists are Creative! Inspired by Mildred Thompson’s Magnetic Fields Join us for a fun-filled adventure including storytelling, singing, and laughter in our galleries and gardens. Young ones will enjoy enchanting tales, accompanied by a touch of art, music, and nature. After the story, your little one will get creative and explore their artistic side in …
Discover the timeless craft of creating handmade prints. Children will carve, ink, and press their own unique designs. Supplies included.
Explore art by queer and gender non-conforming artists throughout the Museum’s collection.
Aboriginal Australian art is the oldest continuous artistic tradition and has emerged as one of the world’s most important contemporary art movements. Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri, a Pintupi man, was one of Australia's most acclaimed artists and a founder of the Western Desert art movement. Namarari’s works reveal the depth and complexity of his artistic expression …
Visitors receive free admission on the fourth Friday of every month from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music in the Café is made possible by the Mildred Shafer Brown Memorial Fund.
This Halloween, experience the Cummer like never before! Discover spine-tingling secrets of the Museum as you encounter friendly Gallery Hosts dressed as works of art from our collection along with trunk-or-treat style prizes. Enjoy a screening of the 1960s classic film The Little Shop of Horrors, spooky sensory experiences, oddities demonstrations, and more! Register for …
Design a hauntingly unique mask to complement your Halloween costume. Explore your artistic side with mixed media materials and become part of the spooky scene.
Free admission the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. sponsored by Citi.
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. …