Estero Historical Society

Estero Historical Society $10 per person for entry and tours

It is our hope and vision that by our continuing efforts we will help secure a rich historical legacy for future generations and a strong sense of community identity in the Village of Estero.

For a limited time, donors can be remembered in a permanent bronze monument* that will remain installed on the historic ...
09/04/2026

For a limited time, donors can be remembered in a permanent bronze monument* that will remain installed on the historic site.

Climb aboard the Orange Blossom Express Dinner at Copperleaf Golf Club - an evening of great food, local history, and a ...
09/03/2026

Climb aboard the Orange Blossom Express Dinner at Copperleaf Golf Club - an evening of great food, local history, and a taste of Old Florida featuring historian Jacob Winge, who will bridge the dinner courses with tales of travel in Florida.

The journey begins with Cocktail Hour at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 followed by a multi-course meal from the chefs at Copperleaf Golf Club, located at 23101 Copperleaf Blvd., Estero. Inspired by the original menu from the Orange Blossom Express, this dinner will be a delight to all the senses.

Tickets are $85 per person and the deadline for reservation in October 30, 2026. Use the link in the comments to rsvp or find out more.

Sponsorships are available. The Dinner benefits the Estero Historical Society, a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of our unique greater Estero area, and depends on volunteers and donations for projects such as the relocation and restoration of the Alvarez/Smith Home.

Visit the Cottage for sparkling finds and timeless treasures at the Pop-Up Porch Jewelry Sales at the Estero Historical ...
09/02/2026

Visit the Cottage for sparkling finds and timeless treasures at the Pop-Up Porch Jewelry Sales at the Estero Historical Society Cottage!

Come by the Porch on Thursday, Sept. 24 or Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 between 10 am - 2 pm to check out a beautiful selection of necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings - all of which benefit the Estero Historical Society. The cottage is located within the Estero Park & Recreation Center property at 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. We even have our own parking spots!

The Estero Historical Society is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of our unique greater Estero area, and depends on volunteers and donations for projects such as the relocation and restoration of the Alvarez/Smith Home. Find out more about us at www.EsteroHistoricalSociety.com

It's amazing to see the progress on the restoration of the Alvarez/Smith home! Thanks to the generosity of our community...
08/31/2026

It's amazing to see the progress on the restoration of the Alvarez/Smith home! Thanks to the generosity of our community, the past is coming back to life.

You can be a part of preserving, restoring and presenting history by supporting the Estero Historical Society. Learn more at the link in our comments.

Philanthropy was at its best this morning at the Historical Society in Estero, Florida. Paul Schryver of the College of ...
08/27/2026

Philanthropy was at its best this morning at the Historical Society in Estero, Florida. Paul Schryver of the College of Life Foundation presented a donation to the Board of Directors for the Estero Historical Society to save, move, and restore the 1916 Alvarez/Smith House. We are deeply grateful to the College of Life for their continued support of the Estero Historical Society. We look forward to the Alvarez/Smith House joining our campus in the Estero Park soon.

Docent Spotlight 💙History has always been an important part of Lori's life. Long before moving to Estero, she served as ...
08/19/2026

Docent Spotlight 💙

History has always been an important part of Lori's life. Long before moving to Estero, she served as a board member for her local historical society in Wisconsin, where she helped preserve and share the stories of her community. When she and her husband retired to Estero, joining the Estero Historical Society felt like a natural next chapter.

After a career that included traveling the world, Lori's love of history only grew stronger. Today, she enjoys discovering the fascinating stories of Estero and Southwest Florida and sharing them with visitors to the Cottage Museum. She believes history has a unique way of connecting people, inspiring curiosity, and helping communities understand where they came from.

Whether greeting guests, leading conversations, or helping preserve Estero's heritage, Lori's enthusiasm and dedication make a lasting impact on everyone she meets.

Thank you, Lori, for sharing your passion for history and helping keep Estero's stories alive! ❤️🏡📚

🌻 Closed for a Little TLC! 🧹✨Our historic Cottage and Schoolhouse will be closed during August while we give these treas...
08/17/2026

🌻 Closed for a Little TLC! 🧹✨

Our historic Cottage and Schoolhouse will be closed during August while we give these treasured buildings a little extra care and cleaning.

We look forward to welcoming you back on Saturdays after Labor Day to explore Estero's rich history, browse the gift shop, and visit with our wonderful volunteers.

Thank you for your understanding, and we'll see you this fall! 🍂🏡

Address

9285 Corkscrew Palms Boulevard
Estero, FL
33928

Telephone

+12392721911

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