The A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery houses the nation's largest public presentation of artwork by Florida's pre-eminent painter, A.E. "Bean" Backus (1906-1990). It continues its more than sixty-year tradition of exhibiting and celebrating the paintings of the original Florida Highwaymen, who got their start here. The Museum additionally organizes and hosts changing exhibitions from artists of national and international acclaim. Visitors can explore the museum's eclectic gift shop, offering original and reproduction works of art, including note cards, placemats, jewelry, and scarves, often at discounted prices. The museum is highly recommended for its amazing art, informative exhibits, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and those interested in Florida's rich artistic heritage.
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... read full comment
October 2025
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.
October 2025
Very cool collection highlighting Backus, the Florida Highwaymen, and a local competition too. Well worth the $5 admission!
