# Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Winter Riverside Stroll & Art Connections > Place to go for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Tuesday & Friday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 11:00 AM–4:00 PM… - Where: The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204 - Ages: All ages welcome (hands-on Art Connections center specifically designed for children and families) - Price: $15 adults, $10 students/children (ages 6–17), free for children 5 and under; Free admission on Tuesday evenings and first Saturdays - Schedule: Tuesday & Friday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 11:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 PM–4:00 PM; Closed Mondays - Organizer: The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens - Official page: https://www.cummermuseum.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/cummer-museum-of-art-and-gardens-winter-riverside-stroll-and-art-conne--listing-8c55e224b041c71f8dcf65e7 ## About Nestled gracefully along the banks of the St. Johns River in the historic Riverside neighborhood, the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens offers an enchanting winter family experience that bridges fine art and historic landscape architecture. Outside, 2.5 acres of century-old English and Italian gardens bloom with vibrant winter azaleas, fragrant sweet olives, and manicured reflecting pools shaded by the colossal branches of the historic Cummer Oak. Inside, children head straight for Art Connections, a nationally celebrated interactive learning gallery where young visitors create digital paintings, mold clay sculptures, build architectural arches, and dress up in period costumes. The museum's fine art collection spans from antiquity to contemporary masterworks in bright, open galleries. Families can conclude their visit with a casual stroll along the riverfront terrace, watching pelicans glide over the St. Johns River. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Museum galleries and upper river terraces are fully accessible via elevators and ramps; garden stone paths are gravel and brick, best navigated with standard sturdy strollers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Quiet nursing room available near the family education wing, with comfortable padded seating and river-view benches throughout the gardens. • Age Suitability: Welcomes all ages; Art Connections hands-on gallery is tailored for children ages 3 to 12. • Sensory Tips: Indoor galleries provide a tranquil, low-noise environment with gentle natural lighting; the peaceful outdoor gardens offer calm spaces to recharge if little ones feel overwhelmed. ## Similar picks in Jacksonville - [Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Thanksgiving Family Lawn Stroll & Riverfront Gardens](https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/cummer-museum-of-art-and-gardens-thanksgiving-family-lawn-stroll-and-r--listing-2331e8d8b1392705df970096) — Fri, Nov 27 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens · All ages · From $15 · checked Nov 5. 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