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Weekly News

August 22, 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 and Monte Vista Street. Parking is available in the Edison Ford lots, and at Edison Park Elementary School.

Digital Discussions

Step Into History Digital Edition – Calling Dr. Ford: The history of the Henry Ford Hospital
September 09, 10:30 a.m.
Step into history with a discussion on the history of the Henry Ford Hospital. Opened in 1915, the Henry Ford Hospital was one of the largest projects Ford took on in his life. He helped plan, build, and staff one of the most advanced hospitals in the country at the time. Learn how the Ford family helped pioneer modern health practices and the personal touches they left on a major medical and scientific institution still running today. Sign up now to learn about the Henry Ford Hospital and how it helped ensure a healthier Michigan and world.Registration is required, click here to register!
Step Into History archives are available on our YouTube channel.

Digital Discussion: Manuel Gonzalez Founder of Fort Myers
September 16, 10:30 a.m.Discover the story of Manuel Gonzalez, the founder of Fort Myers. Originally from Spain, at age 14 he began traveling to Cuba and Key West and eventually became a boat captain. During the Civil War he delivered supplies and mail to the Union troops stationed in Fort Myers. After the war he returned to the abandoned fort to establish a home for his family. Join museum manager, Holly Shaffer, for this free virtual presentation.

Registration is required, click here to register!
Step Into History archives are available on our YouTube channel.

Just for Kids

Homeschool Class
Physics: Forces and Motion
September 10-11, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Students explore Newton’s laws of motion, gravity, mass, volume, speed, and acceleration with a series of demonstrations and hands-on activities. Potential and kinetic energy are investigated with a marble roller coaster that uses marbles of various mass and volume. Classes take place in an outdoor classroom environment (weather permitting). Homeschool classes at Edison Ford are aligned with Next Generation Science and Florida State Standards. Classes are a combination of instruction and hands on activities that are designed to facilitate homeschool or virtual science education. Become a family member of Edison Ford and receive discounted registration!September 10 (grades 1-3)
September 11 (grades 4-6)

Cost per class: Members: $15; Non-Members: $25
Cost for Series: Members: $100; Non-Members: $180

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.

August Membership Promotion!

August Membership Reciprocal

The special reciprocal agreement for August is with the Holocaust Museum and Cohen Education Center in Naples! Edison Ford members will receive free general admission and an audio tour or Docent-led tour during August, 2025 when they present their current membership card and matching photo ID at the front desk/reception area (Individual-1 Adult, Dual-2 Adults, Family and above- 2 Adults and 4 Children under 18). Docent-led tours are only offered on specific days and times and require advanced registration by calling 239-263-9200, ext. 211. Please visit www.hmcec.org for hours of operation.

What’s Blooming?

The Longan Tree
Dimocarpus longan, commonly known as the longan and dragon’s eye, is a tropical tree species that produces edible fruit. Longan is native to Southeast Asia, particularly southern China. It is one of the popular members of the Sapindaceae soapberry family, to which the lychee and rambutan also belong. Fresh longan fruit has a sweet, floral, taste and is high in vitamin C. They typically bloom during the late summer and early fall, with the peak season being July through September. This Longan tree is located along the pathway towards the fountain after entering the riverside of the Edison property.

Edison and Ford Winter Estates

2350 McGregor Blvd

Fort Myers, FL 33901

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