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Museum · Jacksonville, Florida
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
An art museum in the Riverside neighborhood with works from Europe and the United States, a Meissen porcelain collection and historic gardens on the banks of the St. Johns River.
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About Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens opened in 1961 on the grounds of Ninah Cummer’s home. Ninah Cummer was an art collector who left the property and her works to establish a museum. The original house was demolished and the museum building was constructed in its place, but the family gardens were preserved.
The collection spans several centuries and includes European and North American paintings, sculpture, Asian art, and one of the largest collections of Meissen porcelain outside Germany. There are rooms devoted to Florida art and temporary exhibitions.
The gardens, on the banks of the St. Johns River, feature English, Italian, and Japanese designs, with fountains, pergolas, and an old oak with huge branches. They have been damaged by river floods and subsequently restored.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
An hour and a half to two hours.
Best time
In the morning for the gardens with soft light, or on rainy days for the museum galleries. Check opening days before you go.
How to get there
It’s on Riverside Avenue in the Riverside neighborhood, about 3 km from downtown Jacksonville. There is on-site parking.
Tip
Allow time for the gardens: the view of the river beneath the great oak is one of the city’s loveliest spots.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
What to see at the Cummer Museum?
European and North American paintings, the Meissen porcelain collection, and the riverside gardens on the St. Johns River.
How long does a visit to the Cummer Museum take?
About one and a half to two hours, including the gardens.
Where is the Cummer Museum located?
In the Riverside neighborhood, on the St. Johns River, about 3 km from downtown Jacksonville.