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Edison-Ford Winter Home and Laboratory

2350 McGregor Blvd
Fort Myers, Fl 33901
239-334-7419

The Edison home, located next to the winter
home of Henry Ford, features the inventor's
laboratory and botanical gardens.
Extensive guided tours of the Edison Home
and Laboratory, as well as the Henry Ford Estate
are offered.


Hours of Operation:

Type of Tour Day(s) of Tour Time(s) of Tour
Combination Tour of the Estates Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. with last tour leaving promptly at 4:00 p.m.
Combination Tour of the Estates Sunday 12:00 noon – 5:30 p.m. with last tour leaving promptly at 4:00 p.m.
In-depth Botanical Tour, All Groups Thursday & Saturday 9:00 am
Lab & Museum Monday – Saturday
Sunday
9:00 – 5:30 p.m.
12:00 noon – 5:30 p.m.
Electric Launch River Cruise Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Limited seating. Weather permitting.

**The Edison/Ford Winter Estates are closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Admission Prices:

Item Cost
Adults (ages 13 and over)

Homes & Gardens Tour Non-Resident
Homes & Gardens Tour Florida-Resident

$16.00
$14.00

In-Depth Botanical Tour $19.00
Laboratory and Museum only $9.00
Holiday House $10.00
Sunday Stroll in the Garden $13.00
Children (ages 6 - 12)

Homes & Gardens Tour Non-Resident
Homes & Gardens Tour Florida-Resident

$8.50
$7.50

In-Depth Botanical Tour $8.50
Laboratory and Museum only $3.50
Holiday House $1.00
Sunday Stroll in the Garden $6.50
Family Ticket Package
(for a one time visit)

Family Ticket Package
(2 Adults and Children 6-12)

$40.00
Estates' Works Ticket
(for a one time visit)

Estates' Works Ticket
(for a one time visit) new program, includes boat ride
Adult Non-Resident
Adult Florida Resident
Child

 

$20.00
$18.00
$11.50

Estates' Season Membership (Coming Oct 2005)
Individual Membership $40.00
Family Membership $75.00
Extended Family Membership $125.00
Electric Launch Ride
General Admission $7.00
Group Rate $5.00
Electric Launch Private Charter
1st Hour
Each Additional Hour

Deposit: Requires deposit of 1/2 of total bill to reserve.

Cancellation: With 24 hours notice, deposit returned less $25.00 cancellation fee; otherwise deposit is non-refundable unless cancelled by the boat captain due to inclement weather or mechanical difficulties.
$90.00
$42.50

For Group Sales/Reservations Please Call the Estates at 239-334-7419

Currency/ Discount
U.S. Currency
Personal Checks
Travelers Checks
Mastercard
Visa
Group check from established tour group.
Coupons in outside publications.


More Site Information

  • The Estates is a non-smoking site.
  • The facility is 90% wheelchair accessible. Due to the historic nature of the homes only 90% is accessible by wheelchair.
  • Handicap parking.
  • Bus parking.
  • Picnic Area with tables.
  • Strollers and wheelchairs are available.
  • Food court with hot dogs, chips, ice cream and beverages.
  • Gift shop.
  • Garden Shoppe.
  • We do not provide kennels.
  • Vending machines with soda.

 

Prices and times subject to change without notice - Always Call to verify the above information

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