Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

Activity Overview

The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens is a popular attraction in Jacksonville, Florida. It consists of a public art museum and three flower gardens named after Arthur and Ninah Cummer, the previous owners of the land where they reside. Its art museum showcases over 5,000 fascinating artifacts and works of art from prehistory to the present, while its 2.5 acres of gardens feature beautiful plants and trees as well as fountains, reflecting pools, and sculptures. The museum also provides a variety of family-friendly programs, including classes, camps, and children's workshops, which make it a great attraction for visitors of all ages.

Things to Do

• Explore the museum's Permanent Collection, which includes prehistoric artifacts from 2100 BC as well as masterpieces by artists like Peter Paul Rubens and Norman Rockwell.
• Take your child to one of the museum's great children's classes, where you can learn about art while you paint, make collages and prints, and explore the garden together.
• Go on a relaxing walk through the three gardens: the English Garden, the Italian Garden, and the Olmsted Garden.

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens Insider Tips

• Attend one of the museum's free events! The museum is free for everyone the first Saturday of each month, as well as every Tuesday.
• Learn as much as you can during your visit by taking a tour - they offer free printed guides you can pick up from the front desk as well as docent-led tours.
• If your child loves art, consider enrolling them to attend Camp Cummer, a summer art camp which includes a week of art activities and other adventures at the museum.