Thomas A. Edison's Winter Home

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"Visitors to the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy 20 acres of historical buildings, historic gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Lab and the Edison Ford Museum. Historic structures include the Edison Main House, Guest House, and Caretaker’s House and the Ford House. The 1929 historic landscape is evident throughout the property, including the award-winning Moonlight Garden. The Edison Ford Museum has hundreds of inventions, artifacts and special exhibits. Open seven days a week except on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day."

Address: 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers 33901

Phone: +12393347419

State: FL

City: Fort Myers

Street Number: 2350 McGregor Blvd

Zip Code: 33901

categories: museum

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Reviews

Gorgeous grounds .. fascinating friendship between Edison & Ford ..  Thoroughly enjoyed walking through the gardens & seeing inside the houses. Loved how we were able to take a self guided tour & see inside the homes. The houses  have 1/2 opened doors to allow for a wonderful view of the various areas of the inside of the homes. The gardens, houses, workshop & museums are meticulously kept. A very enjoyable experience & we learned a lot! Highly recommend!

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates is a must see when near the Fort Meyers, FL area. It is truly an amazing iconic walk through the past. Not only the history but the museums with their stories. And all set on breathtaking views of waters and lovely gardens. The history of great people of the era that visited or stayed there is amazing to read about.

Don’t let the price which may seem high shy you away from this gem of a destination in Fort Myers. There are plenty of places to stop and admire the view and the beautiful grounds without a lot of noise or heavy people traffic.  I spent 30 minutes on a bench under coconut trees just listening to birds and the waves of the river splashing against the shore.  The app is full of great facts and content to make the self tour fully immersive.  The staff were all so pleasant and helpful.

I had a wonderful experience at this museum, which featured both outdoor and indoor exhibitions. Additionally, they offer two engaging activities for people of all ages, making it a delightful experience. The workers were extremely friendly, adding to the overall enjoyment. If you find yourself in Fort Myers, I highly recommend visiting this museum!

Went today with my wife. Had Bailey as our tour guide. We loved the experience. We got to see where Thomas Edison and Henry Ford spend summer months. Homes were amazing and the grounds were well maintained. The cost of the tour goes to property maintenance as we did see some lingering damage from Hurricane Ian. We have lived here three years and I am so glad we finally went. Perfect for locals and visitors to see a little piece of history right here in Ft Myers.

Great historical tour, but short time. We spent 40 minutes,  although we could have stayed longer if it wasn't so hot. Definitely visit during cooler months.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedYesPrice for adult entry$21–30

I went to Edison and Ford Winter Estates during a trip to Fort Myers. I took a guided tour which was approximately $30.  Our tour guide who called himself an historian, provided a lot of good insights regarding the lives of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and kept us engaged during the entire tour.  It was approximately 100 degrees outside that day but he managed to keep us in the shades most of the tour.  You're not allowed to go inside the homes but you can peek through the doors/windows.  After the tours which was approximately an hour and a half, I went back inside the museum to visit some of the exhibits of Edison and Ford. I also visited the grounds which are well maintained and beautiful.  I could have spent a whole day there.

I learned so much. It was like a trip back in time. The grounds, lab, and museum are well worth a visit. Just check the weather first. If there is thunder they close the grounds. The museum with all of the phonographs and Model Ts are still open during thunderstorms though. They will stamp your receipt so you can come back.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$21–30

So glad we went. A lot has changed over the years since I last went. We took the guided tour and loved the historical information. Such a peaceful property with rich history.

A great place to take a 3-hour break. They have guided tours and self-guided tours. The self-guided tours have follow-along references using your cell phone. Great for keeping your own pace.  There were just as many children excited to see the Winter Estates as the adults.  A few of my favorite highlights are in the images of the laboratory,  the Ford, and the pier.  At the end of your visit, cool down in the museum. And before you go, there is a seating area with some refreshing drinks in the shade.  So neat to see what the inventing minds of our country had for their everyday use.

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