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Discover the stories, ideas, and connections that bring the Museum’s collection to life on this engaging docent-led tour. Explore a selection of highlights from the permanent collection while gaining fresh perspectives on art, history, and culture through conversation and close looking. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, each tour offers a welcoming way …
Not feeling the love this Valentine’s Day season? Not to worry, the Cummer Museum has you covered! Explore the stories of love gone awry, friendships that soured, and feuds between artists throughout the galleries.William-Adolphe Bouguereau (French, 1825–1905), Return from the Harvest, 1878, oil on canvas, 118 1/4 x 89 1/2 x 6 1/8 in., Purchased …
Celebrate the season of love with an unforgettable evening in the Cummer Gardens as Kristopher James and his band bring their soulful blend of Americana, rock, R&B, and heartfelt storytelling to the riverfront stage. Known for expressive vocals, dynamic musicianship, and a warm, genre-crossing sound, the Jacksonville-based artist creates the perfect atmosphere to relax, connect, …
Experience the restorative power of art, nature, and mindful movement during this gentle Tai Chi and Sound Bath experience in the Cummer Gardens. Guided movement, meditation, and sound create space to slow down, reconnect, and recharge. Continue your visit by exploring the Museum’s galleries and historically significant gardens at your own pace. Comfortable clothing and …
Bring your little ones for stories, songs, movement, and creative discovery inspired by art and nature. Each month, children and their caregivers will explore a new theme through engaging read-alouds in the galleries or gardens, followed by a hands-on artmaking activity in the studio. Designed for young learners, Artful Storytime encourages curiosity, creativity, and meaningful …
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. Image Credit Willard Leroy Metcalf (American, 1858 – 1925), Ponte Alla Badia, Florence, 1913, oil …
Get ready for spring with a hands-on mixology workshop inspired by the historically significant Cummer Gardens. Explore how vibrant botanicals shape aroma, color, and taste while learning techniques to craft fresh, seasonal cocktails and mocktails. Sip, stir, and savor as you blend garden ingredients and creativity into a lively evening that celebrates the connection between …
Join the Cummer Museum's Gardens & Horticulture staff for a hands-on workshop exploring the art and science of pruning. Learn how proper pruning can support plant health, improve structure, encourage flowering, and extend the life of trees, shrubs, and vines. Workshop Schedule 9 to 9:45 a.m. | Introduction and Indoor/Outdoor Classroom Session Learn the fundamentals …
Examine the contributions and achievements of Black artists across different time periods, media, and styles on view throughout the Museum.Hughie Lee-Smith (American, 1915–1999), End of the Festival, 1954, oil on Masonite, 24 x 36 in., Purchased with funds from the 2011 Grand Benefactors of the Cummer Ball and the Robert Helms Memorial Fund, AP.2011.3.1.Special thanks …
Find balance through movement, breath, and nature during this all-levels yoga experience in the Cummer Gardens. Led by Soluna Yoga + Spa, each session welcomes individuals and families of all ages and abilities to slow down, connect, and enjoy mindful movement in a peaceful outdoor setting. This inclusive series offers a relaxed atmosphere to stretch, …
Artists of all experience levels will strengthen their observational drawing skills while finding inspiration in the unique beauty of the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. Depending on the weather, sessions may take place in the Cummer Gardens or inside the Museum galleries. Throughout the series, participants will explore composition, varied mark-making, texture, and different …
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. Image Credit Willard Leroy Metcalf (American, 1858 – 1925), Ponte Alla Badia, Florence, 1913, oil …