| Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Weekly News May 30 2025 Edison and Ford is OPEN during nearby construction work Larchmont Avenue on the north side of the Edison Ford museum (between McGregor Boulevard and Marlyn Road) will be closed for demolition and reconstruction for the foreseeable future. Please enter through the main entrance on McGregor Boulevard, or the rear entrance at Marlyn Road & Monte Vista Street. The McGregor Boulevard entrance is one-way. No exit at McGregor Boulevard, exit only through the rear gate on Marlyn Road. Parking is available in the Edison Ford lots, and at Edison Park Elementary School. Digital Discussions Step into History Digital Edition: Hill and Company June 11, 10:30 a.m. Join assistant program manager and site historian, Tim Snyder, as he examines the legacy of Hill & Co., the first Fort Myers Ford dealer- ship. From smashing the auto sales record in 1914 to the construction of their multi story modern building on McGregor, the people of Fort Myers kept a keen eye on the progress of Ford in Fort Myers. A legacy that is carried out today by our local Ford dealer. Registration is required for this online event. Click here to register! Digital Discussion: The History of the Underground Railroad June 17, 10:30 a.m. Discover the origins of the underground railroad, learn about the stories of the enslaved who escaped and the abolitionists who helped them. Join museum manager, Holly Shaffer, for this free virtual presentation. Click here to register for this online presentation. Missed our last digital discussion? View archives on our YouTube channel. Become a MEMBER and get unlimited free visits, discounts on purchases in the Garden Shoppe, retail stores, special events and adult education classes! Join today! Ongoing Programs Piano Performance Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Edison Guest House 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. Step into History Presentations Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn about subjects related to Edison and Ford with Site Historians. This program is held in the 15,000- square-foot museum. Included with admission. There will be NO Yoga in the month of June. June Membership Promotion! What’s Blooming? The Desert Rose The Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) is known for its vibrant, fragrant flowers, which are typically red or pink. They can be up to 3 inches in diameter per flower and are trumpet-shaped with five pedals that are arranged to almost look like a star. It is unique with its thick, succulent trunk and thin and delicate leaves. The Desert Rose is a slow growing plant that is native to Africa, the Middle East and Madagascar. In a tropical climate like Florida it is a popular decorative outdoor plant, but in a cooler climate, it is grown indoors. We have the Desert Rose in a few locations on our site, but this particular fiery bloom is lo- cated along the walkway to the Edison property from the Mc- Gregor main gate. Help restore our beautiful gardens. Donate today! Copyright © 2025 Edison and Ford Winter Estates, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Edison and Ford Winter Estates 2350 McGregor Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33901 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. |
