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 …
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 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?
The first exhibition to explore the evolution of women’s sporting attire in Western fashion, Sporting Fashion will look at the extraordinary impact of new technologies and evolving social mores on women’s clothing for sport. Inspired by a circa 1946 wool scarf inscribed with the word "Outdoorgirl" and featuring illustrations of women engaged in thirteen different …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Experience the grace and athleticism of dance with the Florida Ballet Company. Not only will you enjoy a classical solo performance, but you’ll also meet a rehearsal coach and learn more about a professional female dancer’s typical day. Free with Museum Admission | Open to all ages
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Well-being matters. Did you know that every visit to the Museum supports 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.
Registration Required Location: Jacksonville Symphony at the Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts The arts come together in this engaging musical and visual experience. Iconic artwork from the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens will be projected on the big screen while the Symphony performs vivid and colorful symphonic selections, sparking inspiration and creativity in every …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Inspired by Sporting Fashion: Outdoor Girls 1800 to 1960 Transform fabric into a contemporary masterpiece with water marbling, a centuries-old technique. Participants will float color pigments on water to create patterns and then transfer them onto fabric. The results are breathtaking, making each piece a unique work of wearable art inspired by the exhibition, Sporting …
Join us for a fun-filled adventure including storytelling, singing, and laughter in our galleries and gardens. Our experienced storyteller will captivate young minds with 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 the studio. Get ready for …
Get in the swing of things with members from the local LPGA*USGA Girls Golf program, your go-to specialists for junior golf for girls ages 6-17. Members will demonstrate golf fundamentals like stance and swing, all while showcasing unique golf apparel from across several decades. Free with Museum admission. Open to all ages
Celebrate National Public Gardens Week, May 10 – 19, 2024 and promote awareness about the importance of gardens and outdoor spaces in our communities. Join Topiary Artist Mike Gibson, an American Public Gardens Association Garden Scholar Award recipient, for this hands-on transformative workshop. Learn the history and therapeutic benefits of topiary and create your own …
Honor the cultural heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders during this special walking tour of the Museum's galleries as we explore a range of artworks made or inspired by artists from this vibrant community.
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 …
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.
Enhance your artistic abilities with our engaging and educational drawing classes. Sharpen your skills with exercises that focus on line, shape, mark making, shading, perspective, and composition. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this class is right for you.
Embark on a journey through time as you explore works of art that span from ancient cultures through today. Tours leave from the Museum lobby and explore highlights and favorites from the Museum’s collection.