Lightner Museum: The American Traveler

The Exhibit

The Lightner Museum presents paintings by Alex Devereux, The American Traveler, in an exhibit honoring America's highways and byways, the people who travel them, and the companies that have served them. Opening on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. for First Friday, the exhibit remains on display through August 16, 2026. 

First Friday

The exhibit opens on Friday, June 5, with a free First Friday reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The American Traveler exhibit remains on display into August, and you can view it between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on every day except July 4, when they are closed.

The Art and Artist

Alex Devereux, from Chicago, has a background in both fine art and graphic design. He takes his inspiration from vintage and retro Americana works and uses acrylics to paint his detailed, photorealistic pieces. 

Devereux has said that he seeks to focus on "overlooked and underappreciated" familiar objects and locations, particularly the rundown stations and shops, and old, scarred signs. His paintings convey a mixture of longing, loneliness, warmth, and adventure. His use of light and color creates a surreal sense of realness and dimension.

The cover photo is a detailed section of the painting Alamo Motel, by Alex Devereux. 

Event Details

Admission: $20.00 for adults; $17.00 for college students, seniors, and military; $13.00 for youth aged 12-17; free for children 11 and younger.

When: The exhibit opens on June 7, 2024, and continues indefinitely.

Where: The Lightner Museum is located at 75 King St. in historic downtown St. Augustine.

The Museum is generally open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week. They are closed on New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.