Love this established museum and theatre.My first time there was for their Tuskegee Airmen exhibit several years ago... which was wonderful. Personal for me since my dad told me as a WWII pilot there was nothing that looked better than the Red Tails to get his crew and him safely back. The other exhibits are wonderful. The theatre and programs are to be cherished. Id recommend it and hope many many others, young and old, learn about and enjoy it.

This was such a nice venue to host the First Annual Jacksonville Image Awards. The building has beautiful photos on the walls that just makes the place stand out. It is very spacious and easy to mingle outside the theater and have cocktails.In the theater, the seats are very intimate. It doesn’t matter where you sit, you still have a great view of the stage. Overall, a lovely evening at a beautiful establishment in Jacksonville.

More than I expected. Wonderful museum. Very educational

Quite appropriate for medium sized venues. Lobby area is functional. Details touches are surprisingly decent. Fairly long walk if you must park far away. Will likely need parking security for vehicles due to proximity. Overall very nice.

For the last two years I have had the pleasure of performing on this stage. Every year I walk through the museum, Jacksonvilles history amazes me. It should be at the top of everyones Thing to Do, list.

I. Love. This. Place. We went for the Culture Street Festival. The vendors and food were on point. The museum is AMAZING! Theres so much Black... No... American History here. If you get the chance, please go check it out.

The Ritz is an amazing place. I was able to learn about the positive contributions and impact of African Americans on the wonderful city of Jacksonville and America. Unfortunately the history books have done very little to showcase the valuable role African Americans have played to make this country the best in the world. African Americans have been oppressed, enslaved, victimized and killed in this country because of their skin color. Throughout all this African Americans contributed so much including served in the military and died in defense of this country. The Ritz is awesome and we as Americans need to support this wonderful place. Thanks to the Ritz for showcasing African Americans talent and contributions to Jacksonville, Florida and America.

Extremely nice venue and interesting museum. A veritable gem especially when guided by the curator Adonnica Toler. Visit it!

I have always dreamed of performing at The Ritz Theatre.

Sound system was checked during the show & it still wasnt right. Musicians were louder than the singers. Nice environment tho. Staff is nice too!

Loved the artwork of the artist, and the archive of African Americans achievements in Jacksonville.

As an historic artifact, the Ritz Theatre has a particular value to African American visitors. On this occasion, we were pleased to attend a concert by Bradd Marquis singing the music and telling the life story of the legendary singer and social activist, Sam Cooke. The performance was outstanding and quite memorable. The venue was great. Those who visit the Jacksonville area should plan to tour the Ritz as part of the African American Heritage Trail.

It was an spectacular night with LPT the salsa band of riverside the venue is beautiful and historic. The staff is awesome and the event was delightful. The crowd was dancing happy and animated to move to the rhythm. It was well worth the admission.

Historic theater which offers educational museum tours. Love it!

I had never been here before. I hope to return. We went to a concert here and loved it.

I love this place thank you. Bell dewitt175@gmailcomp.

Awesome place love history of all kinds wpuld3 def suggest it... Go see people.. Dont be afraid you might learn something.

Awesome! Very educational. Everyone should visit at least once. You will be glad that you did. I plan to go once a month from now on.

I really enjoyed the show

Trey McLaughlins and the Sounds of Zamar were amazing!

My first First Friday and I was overly impressed. There is so much talent in Jacksonville.

My family and I went to the Ritz for Kwanzaa celebration. It was amazingly informative, fun, and exciting. One of the best parts about this place is the musuem. Very factual about the history of black people in Jacksonville. Its free to the public too! Will definitely come bacm again for another event SOON

Ms. McDuffie always put on a great show!

The Most Worshipful Union Grand Lodge exhibit is amazing!!! The rich history of years past, was a step back into time itself.Rt. W. James L Norman, Grand Lodge Trustee

The Ritz is such an amazing place. You have to check out the musuem. Such history here.

My daughter and her after school/summer camp program performed here and the staff and venue was an amazing experience

Awesome place! A real historical landmark thats definitely worth a visit! From Puttin on the Ritz (every 1st Friday) to The Museum to the wonderful talent thats brought there to perform, there will always be something for everyone at The Ritz!

I visited the Theater for my Nieces Fall Recital. The Golden Nutcracker. It was very nice and the support staff were very professional. The Police Department had officers on site directing traffic and providing Security. I felt safe and secure knowing they were onsite. The Theater was beautiful and well kept. The show was amazing! The staging, lights, and sound system were professionally executed. Ill definitely be back!

I always enjoy the ritz. Great entertainment. Would be better if they had more food selections

Fantastic museum about Jacksonvilles rich black history and its connection to the fight for civil rights

Poor customer service. Some staff were rude

Through our eyes exhibit thought provoking.

Comfortable environment. Performances well done.

I went to see Forget me not. The play was great. The staff were friendly and helpful. Being at the Ritz is always a pleasure

This is such a great theatre. I went to watch a performance called dream in color and it was great they have a lot of room within the theatre the stage was big enough for all the performers and my fiancé had such a good time. They had security and a lot of vendors a very nice theatre! I recommend

Very clean and intimate setting!

The museum is exceptional. Artwork and displays are beautiful and interesting. The African Bazaar on the last Sunday of the month is a great place to purchase unique clothing, jewelry, hair and beauty products and of course, delicious meals and foods.

Fantastic, I truly enjoyed learning the African American story in Jacksonville. Looking forward to coming back again.

Always a great time at the Ritz, the 1st Friday of every month is amateur night. Its good clean family entertainment.

Never knew there was so much rich Black history in Jacksonville. I enjoyed their recreation of places/rooms. I learned a lot.

Its always a great time at the Ritz. Especially amateur night, the first Friday of each month. Great talent!

Came here to get a tour of a theater, left with more black history and knowledge of Jacksonville. They have some beautiful exhibits of local photographers, and there was a smaller theater inside that used animatronics to tell the history of Jacksonville.

Ritz Jazz Series - Noel Freidline & Friends September 2019 was fantastic!

Great spot for photos if youre into photography

Tons of great African American history!

Dennis Stewart MR. NATURAL Had his memorial tribute there. It was different, but good as elegantly said by the great Reverend Mckissick Sr.

Staff was pleasantly curtious to the kids at the Juneteenth festivities.

What an amazing show! Saw Jane Lynch, Kate Flannery, & Tim Davis in A Swingin Little Christmas! It was fantastic! And the theatre is a wonderful venue in which to hold any event! What a wonderful staff, and the location is perfect!

Beautiful old bldg. Great museum

NIC NSIDE & MY CHURCH GOES THERE ALOT ;)Wink

We have a company townhall there today and it was a very good place to hold an event

Love the rich history of La Villa and Jacksonville s pioneering African-American historical figures

Awesome place to relax.

Very entertaining. Was a refreshing experience would recommend to my friends

A lot of great and interesting history!

This Museum houses a lot of history for the Lavilla Jacksonville area. They have an animatronics that features James Weldon Johnson and his brother John Rosamond Johnson. There are monthly amateur night talent shows which is a great experience for the whole family! You can rent part of the venue for wedding reception, a business luncheon or even a retirement party. Its definitely a hidden little nugget. One of the less expensive museums in Jacksonville.

Terrific venue, engaging history and a real jewel to behold! I visited this historic place and was mesmerized by the attention to detail in its architecture and professionalism of its staff. If you are remotely interested in the history of Jacksonville, particularly how its history has been shaped by the African American experience, this important piece of real estate should be on your agenda to behold. Interesting, humbling and a wonderful place for the whole family. Go there!

This place is awesome I recommended for any family

It was a lovely experience.. My daughter and I toured the African American Museum. I did not realize there was so much African-American History in Jacksonville, Fl. Im from Texas. Great spare of the moment Spring Break trip!!

Very disappointed. I paid 50 dollars a piece for four reserved seats to see the Golden Nut Cracker and when i arrived we had no reserved seats. They said that we would not be able to sit together. I paid 60 dollars extra for reserved seating. I asked for refund and the manager said that she would request a refund but we would have to wait until Monday to receive a phone call. Very unorganized venue. I will NEVER go back.

The play was awesome! The information about Alzheimers was even better. Forget me not!

Culture diversity and history at its finest in a causal yet well refined style

Awesome experience and beautiful exhibits, I definitely will be returning on my next trip.

My grandfather is honored in this museum ️

What a pleasant surprise at the Ritz! I will definitely go back.

Not a bad seat in the house.

Wonderful museum and Audio Animatronics presentation. Take the time to stop by!

The Ritz is a great little venue to see all kinds of talented people perform. My wife and I saw Black Violin here and were completely blown away by both the stage setup, the friendliness of the staff, and the act themselves. I highly recommend checking out the museum and seeing a show here.

Friendly staff and amazing museum!

I enjoyed the entertainment, museum, and exhibits! This is a place where you and your family can relax and hang out.

Awesome place for entertainment. Staff is amazing and courteous.

Very fun.

It was great need to start coming out.

I enjoy going to the African Bazaar. I look forward to the last Sunday of the month to see what Ill find and see.

Love the history and events!!

The Play Sweep around your own front door was the best play ever

Awesome place love the museum and the staff was helpfull

Nice.. On outside.. Didnt go in (closed)

Various historical and entertainment events held here. The theater has its own charm. Plenty of parking available. Its a block from a major highway easy to get to and to leave.

Great venue. However, the phone number is incorrect. At one point I thought The Ritz Theatre and Museum did not have a receptionist. Not having the correct phone number can cause people to not support the venue. When I addressed the issue with staff members, they appear to have an unconcerned attitude. How difficult is it to make corrections concerning the phone number? Also it is very difficult to get in touch with someone to get information about events. Prime Example I have been calling the receptionist for 51 minutes and no one is answering also various numbers that are listed on the website.

Great venue to enjoy LIVE music and events!

Great History ....

The Juneteenth Celebration was great!

Loved the culture and history

Its always interesting and enlightenment to hear of how our ancestors worshipped.

Everyone in Jax should visit this historical gem.

The spiritual atmosphere was great. The show was fun and audience interactive. I felt very comfortable and really enjoyed myself at amateur night. Looking forward to more first Fridays at the Ritz.

An amazing view of African American history in Jacksonville and a part of History most of us in Jacksonville dont know. Great exhibit with an even more amazing story!

I love this theater!! Xoxoxo

Puttin on the Ritz . First Friday of the month. Jacksonvilles got talent. Next show in September

This is a beautiful historical venue that can accommodate entertainment of the arts as well as special events. #DLR904 #google #localguide #imfromduval #talkintrees #yourfavoriteuncle #iamunclenard #ilovejax #igersjax

Very informative. Enjoyed the heritage

A lot of history loved it

Went for a fashion show. It was clean and well organized.

Great culture and art

Beautiful venue, historic, great staff. Bathroom could use some updating, but this place is awesome

I usually have a great time when Im there.

Hope more events come through there it is a place the must have local support to really revive.

Great place to visit with the family.

Theres much more to it than what meets the eye. It has a wealth of resources on the inside.