Children's Museums

Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Name: Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Address: 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, Fort Myers, FL, US
Telephone: (239) 334-7419
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (7601 reviews)

📍 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901

📞 (239) 334-7419

🌐 www.edisonfordwinterestates.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Friday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5:30 PM

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About Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Historic homes, exhibitions & gardens. 21 acres featuring the former homes of Edison & Ford, a research lab, botanical gardens & a museum. The estate features a fully restored botanical laboratory where Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Harvey Firestone actually worked together, now open to visitors as an interactive exhibit. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,601 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Historic Home & Garden Museum
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
Highlights: Edison and Ford winter homes, 20 acres of gardens, botanical laboratory, 15,000 sq ft museum
Hours: Daily 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (last admission 4:30 p.m.)
Best For: All ages

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The estate features a fully restored botanical laboratory where Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Harvey Firestone actually worked together, now open to visitors as an interactive exhibit
⭐The property spans 21 acres and includes the preserved winter homes of both Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, maintained authentically with original furnishings rather than as extravagant mansions
⭐The estates feature a massive banyan tree and meticulously maintained botanical gardens as standout landscape features on the riverfront property
⭐The 15,000 square foot museum contains well-curated exhibits showcasing Edison's research process and Ford's industrial impact, organized to educate visitors about their technical achievements and innovations

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Download the venue's self-guided tour app before arriving. It provides narrated history lessons at each stop and allows you to set your own pace, pausing whenever you need more time to absorb information—highly recommended by visitors.
💬Arrive before 4:30 p.m. (last admission time) and plan for 3-4 hours to fully experience the homes, botanical gardens, museum exhibits, and botanical laboratory without feeling rushed.
🕐Visit on weekdays during off-peak seasons to enjoy the reflective, peaceful atmosphere the estate is designed for. Peak season crowds can diminish the contemplative experience that makes this venue special.
💡Don't miss the 15,000 square foot museum focused on Edison and Ford's technical achievements and innovation process—visitors found these technical exhibits particularly engaging and inspiring, making them worth prioritizing.
💡The botanical gardens and massive banyan tree are standout features with meticulously maintained grounds and a scenic riverfront setting—perfect for families of all ages to explore the outdoor spaces between indoor exhibits.