More: Edison Festival Junior Parade photos: Floats, marching bands and a LOT of kids This Saturday (Feb. 17) will be the next edition of the popular parade in Fort Myers and downtown Fort Myers.

Wednesday April 9; Garden Tour. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers . 9:00 am . Step Into History Digital Edition: In Defense of Fort Myers ...

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 ...

Edison and Ford Winter Estates is ranked #2 out of 13 things to do in Fort Myers. See pictures and our review of Edison and Ford Winter ... the historic estates are now on display for visitors.

Both cities were influenced by similar early settlement patterns and relied heavily on water travel and trading posts.

The museum will feature several historical photos, including items on loan from the family of the late Hall of Famer Connie Mack Sr., who brought the first team to Fort Myers.

The landmark Ford and Edison museum in Fort Myers along the Caloosahatchee River survived Hurricane Ian’s onslaught in Southwest Florida, but did have some damage.

Edison Festival of Light 5K Run. This 3.1-mile race travels through downtown Fort Myers and along Cleveland Avenue. More than 1,400 people take part every year. 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17.