Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Edison & Ford Winter Estates

History Museum and Garden
Fort Myers
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    Kyra K.
    "Worth the trip just to see the Banyan tree!"(4 Tips)
    Don J.
    "his relationship with Henry Ford."(3 Tips)
    C-SPAN
    "when Thomas Edison"(2 Tips)
    Abbe B.
    "Informative self guided tour."(3 Tips)
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  • Hotel Indigo
    Hotel IndigoAugust 13, 2013
    Encompassing 20 acres of gardens and nine historic buildings, the Edison and Ford Winter Estates include an impressive collection of Edison's inventions.
  • Nicolas P.heart icon on user image
    Nicolas PrattMarch 17, 2017
    Beautiful estates, with a nice variety of museums and historic artifacts. Great for families, there's much to learn for all ages.
  • C-SPAN
    C-SPANJune 9, 2014
    The Edison Botanic Research Laboratory was built in 1928 when Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Harvey Firestone realized a domestic source of rubber was needed. Learn more through this C-SPAN video. Read more
  • Di H.
    Di HoffmanApril 4, 2014
    Big museum then u go across the street & see the rooms if the estates for Edison & Ford and the beautiful acreage if their land & ocean
  • Robert Robo O.
    Robert Robo OlszewskiFebruary 18, 2018
    The amount of history here is AMAZING! The muesuem is FANTASTIC. So much to see and stuff I learned about. Well worth the trip
  • Robert Robo O.
    Robert Robo OlszewskiFebruary 18, 2018
    The amount of history here is AMAZING! The muesuem is FANTASTIC. So much to see and stuff I learned about. Well worth the trip.
  • Dana V.heart icon on user image
    Dana VillmoreJanuary 12, 2020
    Gorgeous spot on the river. Peaceful and beautifully landscaped. Magical during the holidays!
  • Daniel W.heart icon on user image
    Daniel W.March 6, 2015
    You need good weather as the most interesting part is outdoors. Great place!
  • Kyra K.heart icon on user image
    Kyra KilianApril 9, 2023
    Worth the trip just to see the Banyan tree!
  • Scott F.heart icon on user image
    Scott FornwallMay 31, 2015
    A very informative and fun place to stop and see. A little pricy.
  • Jimmy K.
    Jimmy KastnerSeptember 8, 2014
    There's so much to learn here and so many places to take great pictures. Plan on spending an entire day.
  • Janet W.heart icon on user image
    Janet WilsonSeptember 25, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure to admire the Banyan tree, one of the largest in the world. The Moonlight Garden is a treasure!
  • William S.heart icon on user image
    William StokesSeptember 22, 2021
    Good way to learn about geniuses from America's past that still have a great impact on us today.
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    bubuOctober 20, 2016
    Amazing place, should not be missed if you are around Fort Myers
  • Abbe B.heart icon on user image
    Abbe BarbatoJanuary 22, 2019
    Informative self guided tour. Lovely plants & landscaping. Nice gift shops.
  • Diane R.heart icon on user image
    Diane RMarch 27, 2015
    Love the Banyon trees!!! The entire ground are beautiful.
  • Jazzy M.
    Jazzy MNovember 30, 2013
    Check out the trees, they r truly amaaaaazing. Go during the days for great photo opps.
  • Thomas B.
    Thomas BraschMarch 17, 2014
    Fascinating variety of plant life. The Banyan Tree was amazing.
  • Edison & Ford W.
    Become a member and get free admission to the Estates and hundreds of other botanical gardens, historic sites, and art museums throughout the US! Read more
  • Don J.
    Don JMay 27, 2011
    This is a great place to learn how prolific an inventor Thomas Edison truly was, and learn about his relationship with Henry Ford.
  • Isa R.
    Isa RodriguezOctober 3, 2011
    take your walking shoes and stay hours with camera in hand . make sure you check out the oldest trees.
  • Jennie💋🌹 B.heart icon on user image
    Jennie💋🌹 BusattaMay 28, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Great place to sign up kids for summer camp but sign up early gets full quickly!!
  • Shawn J.heart icon on user image
    Shawn Jorden PecararoApril 12, 2016
    I think the best time to go is at christmas.
  • Ricardo Z.heart icon on user image
    Ricardo ZanlorenziApril 18, 2016
    Beautiful gardens and a nice museum
  • Missy L.
    Missy LaneiousAugust 30, 2014
    Beautiful place to visit!
  • Justin N.heart icon on user image
    Justin NegipNovember 6, 2017
    Beautiful Place to Enjoy your weekend.
  • Edison & Ford W.
    BOB 102.7 FM will be broadcasting live at the Banyan Tree at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates on July 6th, 2011. If you're in the area, stop by!
  • Twonia F.
    Twonia FountaineMarch 14, 2013
    Come early for good parking
  • Edison & Ford W.
    Teachers, school staff and families admitted FREE on August 14th - show school ID at ticket counter.
  • Edison & Ford W.
    Celebrate Henry Ford's Birthday at the Estates on July 30th. Cake will be served and behind-the-scenes tours inside the Ford House will be offered.
  • Aaron P.heart icon on user image
    Aaron PostMay 21, 2016
    Guided tour
  • judy w.
    judy wilsonFebruary 12, 2015
    Take a walk back in time..
  • Ashley Z.
    Ashley ZeldinDecember 29, 2023
    Think like a maker. Work like a mucker.
  • Greater Naples C.
    Greater Naples ChamberJanuary 18, 2011
    An outstanding member of the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce!
  • Edison & Ford W.
    3rd Annual Tropical Florida Bridal Show: Sunday, January 23, 2011. Brides register for free tickets at www.FortMyersBridalFair.com
  • Edison & Ford W.
    Check in at our official FourSquare page at Edison & Ford Winter Estates!
  • Alison F.
    Alison FosterApril 6, 2013
    The gift shop staff are rude!
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    MariusMarch 26, 2018
    Sehr interessante und toll präsentierte Winterresidenzen von Edison und Ford! Die Audio-Tour ist absolut ausreichend!
  • Jane L.heart icon on user image
    Jane LimaAugust 24, 2015
    Passeio muito bacana. Se pra você viajar para Flórida não é só fazer compras, não perca esta oportunidade. O lugar é lindo.
  • Angelisa
    AngelisaJanuary 2, 2014
    Adoramos o passeio! Passamos quarto horas para ver tudo (incluindo o tour guiado - que valeu muito a pena).
  • Hansel B.heart icon on user image
    Hansel BiedermannNovember 3, 2014
    El audio tour en español es óptimo
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