FORT MYERS, Fla. — Back in 1885, Thomas Edison was one of the original snowbirds after building a winter estate on Florida's southwest coast. His home, known as the Seminole lodge, became a winter ...

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates, featuring the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, are a popular tourist attraction in Southwest Florida. The Estates include the friends' former homes, ...

Many years ago, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford would spend their winters in balmy Fort Myers, Florida, and it’s easy to see why: gorgeous beaches, lots of sunshine and, of course, warm days. During your ...

Coffee in hand, Fort Myers? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️ In today's newsletter: Also on today's calendar: Christmas Bazaar and 9 more events. Today's ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade returns Saturday, Feb. 21, to downtown Fort Myers. Here’s what you need to know about ...

Mar 24, 2026 Mar 24, 2026 Updated Mar 24, 2026 FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — Hidden behind gates and lush hedges, some of Southwest Florida’s most beautiful private gardens are opening to the public for a ...

Henry Ford’s Fort Myers home was known as “The Mangoes.” Next door, his buddy Thomas Edison called his own collection of houses “Seminole Lodge.” Now — a century later — those side-by-side winter ...