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 of Art & Gardens is honored to announce the gift of 18 works of art from the estate of longtime museum supporters and community philanthropists Helen M. and Edward W. Lane, Jr. The couple, who had been married 56 years at the time of Ed’s passing in 2004, contributed greatly to the …
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 between the works exploring themes, history, relationships, form, style and more, spanning centuries of artistic connections. By juxtaposing formal and thematic bonds, Collection Conversations …
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 an engineer and software programmer, Eng has built a reputation for distinctive visual work and public projects. Impressions of Place complements Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: …
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 artists of the 20th century, Andrew Wyeth. Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth brings together over 40 works by Wyeth including …
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 history. Merging hyperrealism, poetic abstraction, and the cultural and historical symbolisms of water, Rawles creates unique portraits of Black bodies submerged in and interacting with …
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 New Testament references have been used for centuries in Western European art to inspire devotion. However, as artistic self-expression became more prevalent in the late …
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 …
Looking for the ultimate after-school adventure for your child? Our Creative Kids Drop-In offers a fresh Museum experience with each visit! Children will explore the Museum’s galleries or gardens, engage with unique artworks and spaces, then express their creativity with hands-on projects in the studio. Register online to secure your child’s spot. Advance registration opens …
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.
Every Second Saturday Space is Limited 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.
Ready for the next step? Treat yourself to the Level 2 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
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
Looking for the ultimate after-school adventure for your child? Our Creative Kids Drop-In offers a fresh Museum experience with each visit! Children will explore the Museum’s galleries or gardens, engage with unique artworks and spaces, then express their creativity with hands-on projects in the studio. Register online to secure your child’s spot. Advance registration opens …
Join us for a powerful evening of dialogue inspired by Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides, a compelling exhibition exploring water as both a site of trauma and a source of healing.
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.
Have you ever wanted to further explore certain themes or concepts related to our exhibitions or permanent collection? If so, take part in one of our curator-led tours for an exclusive opportunity to get an inside exploration of the art, artist(s), exhibition or our permanent collection on display. Join Brianna Sharpe, Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole …
Bring the whole family to the Museum for an evening of creativity and connection as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy hands-on art activities, inspiring live music, and more – all part of our Free Third Tuesday evening. Let’s honor Dr. King together through joy, reflection, and togetherness.
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.
Discover the art of printmaking. Carve, ink, and press your own unique block prints, drawing inspiration from meaningful landscapes and memories. Each design is a visual story rooted in place. Materials Included Ticket includes admission to the museum
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.
Touring Eden 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 traveled widely, shaping a corpus of iconic views that helped define what it meant to be American. From the marshes of Florida to the pastoral …
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. …