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The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

829 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 356-6857
Ranked #1 of 76 attractions in Jacksonville
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Gardens
Owner description: Our mission is to engage and inspire through the arts, gardens and education.The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, built on the site of the home of...... more » Owner description: Our mission is to engage and inspire through the arts, gardens and education.The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, built on the site of the home of Arthur and Ninah Cummer, opened its doors November 10, 1961. From Ninah Cummer's relatively small collection of sixty pieces that launched the museum, The Cummer's permanent collection has grown to over six thousand works of art encompassing eight thousand years of art history. « less
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Tallahassee, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The Cummer Art Museum on the west bank of a wide bend of the meandering St. John's River is easy to find and visit. In about two hours, one can explore more than 4000 years of man's art works. The Cummer is actually two museums, and has been for many years. Well worth a visit, and then repeat. One can... More

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Jacksonville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

The exhibits change out every few months so the variety is a plus. The garden winds around little paths and fountains all with a view of the river which is surprising considering its a little spot just outside downtown. Due to corporate sponsorship Tuesday evenings are free - so I don't know if it's a limited time thing. But it... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Further more, I helped build part of it. It has nice gardens on the St. Johns River. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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Absolutely beautiful museum and grounds. Check with the Museum - I believe Wednesdays are free admission. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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The museum is beautiful, the gardens are wonderful. the only downfall was the level of noise due to an event that was currently being held. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Just saw A Japanese collection of woodblock prints. Small collection, but superb. There is variety here throughout the year, not just American and European. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Lovely grounds with history and a view. Wonderful experience for kids also with hands-on experience in art expression. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

This is a small, intimate museum with a great atmosphere. Good permanent collection and excellent travelling exhibits. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

We have been to the Cummer several times and recently visited the Impressionist exhibit from the High Museum in Atlanta. The exhibit was excellent and the staff at the Cummer was so helpful. The building and the exhibits are beautiful as are the gardens. Visiting the Cummer is such an enriching experience. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Great small art museum with added bonus of gardens. Great cafe and childrens area. Tuesday afternoons 4-9 are free and parking is always free and right across the street! More

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