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A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery
Celebrating Florida's art legacy, from Backus to the Highwaymen, in the heart of Fort Pierce.
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Showcasing original works by A.E. Backus and the Highwaymen, highlighting Florida's landscape art and cultural history.
Features temporary displays from local and regional artists, offering fresh perspectives and diverse artworks.
Sells original and reproduction art, jewelry, scarves, note cards, and other unique souvenirs, often with discounts.
Includes videos and guided insights into the history of the Highwaymen and Backus's influence on Florida art.
Offers reduced rates for AARP, AAA, veterans, seniors, and free entry for members, students, military, and children.
Friendly staff provide information, answer questions, and enhance the museum experience with personalized service.
Celebrating Florida's art legacy, from Backus to the Highwaymen, in the heart of Fort Pierce.
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The A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery is a premier cultural destination on Florida's Treasure Coast, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the works of A.E. Backus, known as the Dean of Florida Landscape Painting, and the influential Highwaymen artists. Located along the scenic Indian River, this museum offers engaging exhibits, a curated gift shop with art and souvenirs, and educational insights into local history and racial harmony. With affordable admission and a welcoming staff, it provides an intimate, enriching experience for art lovers, tourists, and community members alike.
I visited this museum last weekend with a friend and honestly had a pretty good time. The building itself is really nice and the exhibits were organized in a way that made sense, so you don’t feel rushed or lost. I especially liked the section with local history, it felt personal and kinda cozy. The staff were polite and answered a couple questions I had, even if I rambled a bit. Gift shop was small but had some cute stuff. Overall it’s not over the top exciting, but its worth a visit if you’re in the area.
This Museum has amazing art from AE Backus and the artists known as the Highwaymen. They have an eclectic gift shop offering original and reproduction works of art. Note cards, placemats, jewelry, scarves, etc. most at 20% off for the holiday. We got there at 3:30 and they stayed open past the 4PM closing for us to finish our visit.
Great museum if you have an interest in the Highwaymen and their history. Great video. Good selection of paintings. Nice gift shop. Some paintings are for sale, you will need a fat wallet to afford them.
Fine small town art scene. This museum does a great service for all of St Lucie County. Thru Bean Backus efforts the Highwaymen continue to be an important segment of Ft. Pierce's art history. Always visit this museum when your in town.
This was an excellent and endearing museum situated along the Indian River. Despite its quaint size, this museum packs a punch in terms of history, culture, and information. There was another art exhibit on display in tandem with the Backus gallery and the Highwaymen collective. Backus was referred to as the Dean of Florida Landscape Painting and was the catalyst for inspiration and training of the many members of the Highwaymen. This story hinges on confronting racial boundaries and embracing kindness, love, and inspiration. I’d say this is a must-do if you’re visiting Florida’s Treasure Coast. Notes: ➡️ Parking onsite is free in the nearby marina lot ➡️ No public restrooms are available. You must buy gallery/museum tickets to access the restroom. ➡️ Admission is $5 with $2 off admission discounts for AARP, AAA, Veterans with ID and those over 65. Free Admission for Current Members, Students with ID, Active Duty Military Personnel and Children under 18. ➡️ Lisa at the front desk was incredibly friendly and informative. She helped to make our experience at the museum special and added context to some of the questions we had as well.
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