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Monday 9am - 5:30pm Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm Thursday 9am - 5:30pm Friday 9am - 5:30pm Saturday 9am - 5:30pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm

Edison and Ford Winter Estates

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Edison and Ford Winter Estates

Newly restored structures include the Edison Main, Guest and Caretaker’s Houses, and the Ford House.
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Visitors to Thomas Edison and Henry Ford's Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy touring 20+ acres of historic homes, artifacts, autos and gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Laboratory and the Edison Ford Museum. Visitors to Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida will enjoy touring 20+ acres of historic homes, buildings and gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Laboratory and the

Edison Ford Museum. The tropical 1929 landscape features unique historic trees and flowering plants from around the globe planted throughout the expansive site, including the award-winning Moonlight Garden and world-famous Banyan Tree. The Edison Ford Museum and Edison Botanic Research Laboratory showcase hundreds of invention and innovation artifacts and photographs, antique automobiles, and many more interesting and informative exhibits.

05/31/2026

Step into History Presentations are every Tuesday and Thursday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.!

Learn about interesting subjects related to Edison and Ford with Site Historians. This program is held in the 15,000-square-foot museum. Included with admission.

05/30/2026

Every Monday is the Automotive Tour at 10:30 a.m.!

This special guided tour focuses on the unique collection, the history of the vehicles and how they operate, and is led by automotive expert and Curator, James Moss. Admission for the automotive tour includes the self-guided tour admission with access to the entire site.

Tour time: Approximately 90 minutes.

Tickets for the Automotive Tour are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the ticket counter and can only be purchased on the day of the tour. If you are not able to make it on Monday for the auto tour, not to worry – you will still be able to view the car collection, which is on display daily.

05/29/2026

The Banyan Cafe is moving indoors!

Banyan Cafe will be serving from an indoor coffee cart inside the Visitor’s Center at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates.

Same coffee, same friendly faces, just a cooler (and lightning ⚡️ proof 😉) way to grab your coffee this summer!

Easy parking, still across from the Banyan tree, and no ticket needed to stop for a drink at the Visitor’s Center.

They will be open Tues–Sat from 9:30a–2:30p

05/28/2026

Lee Health Blood Center is hosting a blood drive at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates on Friday, June 26, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.! A few minutes of your time can save another life! All donors will receive a limited-edition donor baseball hat and a wellness checkup.

For more information call (239)343-2333

05/27/2026

If you are planning a visit to the Estates TODAY, make sure to catch the historic piano performance at 1p.m.!

Timeless beauty resides where classical music is performed by Curatorial Registrar, Chet, on Mina Edison's 1932 George Steck piano in the guest house. Included with admission.

These performances are on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

05/26/2026

TODAY at 12:00 p.m., Edison and Ford Winter Estates and the Lee County Mosquito Control District will unveil two new signs that detail how Floridians have met the challenge of living with mosquitoes in the past, as well as the impact of new scientific advances.

The signs share information about one of the tools that the LCMCD uses, known as the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT). This method involves releasing lab-reared, sterilized male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes to mate with the wild female population to reduce their presence. SIT is not a new technology and does not involve genetically modifying mosquitoes. It’s important to note that male mosquitoes do not bite; only females bite. The signs are located at the entrance to the Bromeliad walk at the Estates. During the event, a representative from LCMCD will welcome the attendees, a National Honor Society student from the Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School will read a poem, there will be a ribbon cutting for the signs, and then sterilized male mosquitoes will be released into the Bromeliad garden!

The sign ceremony is free and open to the public (does not include tours or admission to the museum, lab or riverside of the property).

05/25/2026

Remembering our fallen heroes this Memorial Day. Take some time to remember and honor the many who lost their lives while serving our country. Thank you to the brave men and women who fought for our freedom.

We are open our regular hours of operation from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

05/23/2026

ATTENTION 2026/2027 Brides & Grooms!

We still have dates available for the 2026-2027 season (October- mid-May). The Edison and Ford Winter Estates offer ceremony-only and full reception packages in multiple locations around the property.

Ceremony and Reception spaces include:
The Moonlight Garden, Edison’s Pergola, The Coconut Grove & River Pavilion, and The Mysore Fig Tree & Ford Lawn (varying capacities)

What's included? Supportive event staff, photography access, facilitated wedding rehearsal, and even a complimentary Dual Membership for a year as a wedding present!

The Edison and Ford Winter Estates is filled with so much history and endless picture-perfect spots to commemorate the big day! For additional information, have any questions, or would like to book, please reach out to the Event Department:
(239) 335 -3689
[email protected]

This season is winding down, but love is still in the air!
Photos by J Gompper Photography

05/22/2026

Membership is the Genius Move! 💡
Take advantage of all of our reciprocals this summer and have all the family fun for one price!

Other Membership perks include:
Annual Membership Appreciation Celebration, Special Lecture Series, FREE Holiday Nights admission for members, Directors' Tours Discounts, and discounts on special events and programs!

Address

2350 McGregor Boulevard
Fort Myers, FL
33901

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5:30pm
Sunday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12393347419

Website

http://www.edisonford.org/

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