Jacksonville’s best gallery: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Your choice this year for Jacksonville’s best gallery is none other than the one and only Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.

As advertised on its website, the Cummer is the largest fine arts museum in Northeast Florida. It’s been around since 1958, when Ninah Cummer — an art collector, garden enthusiast and civic leader — bequeathed her collection and riverfront home, thus creating the museum.

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Her core collection of 60 pieces from the estate has grown to more than 5,000 works.

“The historic gardens, set against the backdrop of the St. Johns River, serve as a centerpiece of beauty for all to enjoy,” the museum writes.

Head to the Cummer’s website for a look at hours and admission, and learn about the latest exhibits.

Runners up:

2) Alexander Brest Museum 3) Grace Gallery