A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery

500 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA

Address:	500 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
Phone:	+1 772-465-0630
Site:	backusmuseum.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	Closed Closed 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 12–4PM

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Photos 100

Reviews 33

Laura Kaplan

Original art by Beanie Backus and "The Highwaymen" the men he taught to paint. Whom sold their works, many in homemade wooden frames, up and down US Highway 1, thus receiving the name Hifhwaymen. View what "The Treasure Coasts landscapes and sea acapes looked like to the artists. The musuem is quiet, clean, small enough to visit in an hour or large enough to enjoy art for a lifetime. A MUST DO visit in St Lucie County. Plus located directly on the Indian River next door to the Manatee Center ($2.00 entrance fee) and the the Chamber of Conference, there is plenty to see including the river and the boats.

Corinne N. Fredrick

The A. E. Backus Museum is one of Fort Pierce, FL best treasures. Located in the downtown district this museum should be on every visitors to-do agenda. They have the largest permanent collection of works from A. E. Backus as well as rotating shows throughout the season. They also have Florida Highwaymen and A. E. Backus works on consignment. The museum also has a wonderful gift shop full of Florida gifts, handmade jewelry and A. E. Backus inspired gifts. Make sure to stop in today to enjoy all this local treasure hast to offer.

WellingtonPhoto Jarett

A great collection of Highwaymen paintings and works along with the life history of A. E. Backus. I really enjoyed learning about this great artist who was the mentor for the Highwaymen painters. It was interesting to see how our area in Fort Pierce and Saint Lucie County has changed over the years through his depictions.

Lawrence McChesney&SurgicalAssoc

A.E.Backus was an original early Florida landscape painter. Additional, he contributed to the creation of the, Florida Highwaymen. A significant collection of many of the Highwaymen s paintings are displayed. A definite opportunity for the appreciation of art and Florida history.

Terry Howard

Orginal Highway Men painted on ae bacuss porch right around the corner. A doctor who taught other to paint and never turned away a needy soul...famous paintings and rare installations

Brandon Edmondson

I really enjoyed the presentation of the work by Backus and The Highwaymen. The woman behind the counter was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Fernando De Araujo / FDA

The building has had its parking lot renovated. Excellent art shows are held in there Its also part of historic ft Pierce. ****

Steven Schmerling

Very interesting and informative on local artists from ft pierce fl and the history of the highwaymen

Susan Kimmerman

Nice building renovations have been made. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Love Backus as an artist.

Shane Thompson

The whole area has gone through a make over and is very nice. Ingress and pokemon spots all over.

rhett lloyd

Great gallery and wonderful place to visit whether youre just visiting or a local.