Adult Education

Whether your interest is in art, gardening, wellness or history, Edison Ford classes and workshops offer adults the opportunity to innovate, create and discover their passion. Virtual presentations are now being offered.

Monthly Garden Talks

Edison Ford horticultural staff instruct participants on a variety of topics relating to gardening in Southwest Florida. Talks are offered on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m.

Plants will be available for purchase and Garden Talk participants will receive a coupon for 20% off plant purchases for use in the Garden Shoppe.Guests should wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat, and bring drinking water.

Tickets for the talk are $10 for Edison Ford members, or $15 for non-members (does not include tours). Registration is only available at the door.

Gardening Classes

Horticultural Specialist, Karen Maxwell, teaches in-depth garden classes. The programs are held indoors, in an air-conditioned classroom. Class size is limited, so advance registration is required.

Art Classes

Edison and Ford Winter Estates offers many opportunities throughout the year for residents and guests to learn painting techniques, create floral arrangements or other pieces of artwork. Classes are taught by local artists. Registration is required for each at EdisonFord.org and classes can be purchased as gifts.

Classes with Marie Dyer:

Silk Scarf Painting
make a silk scarf that can be worn or hung as a piece of artwork.

Acrylic Landscape Painting with Marie Dyer
Come spend the day with impressionistic local artist Marie Dyer as she guides you in this plein air acrylic landscape painting workshop

Classes with Megan Kissinger:

Palm Weaving
Students will learn how to make a woven craft that they can take home.

Zen Drawing
Participants will explore meditative drawing with local artist, Megan Kissinger.

Additional classes:

Fall Floral Arranging with Anita Singh

This class offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn floral arranging.

Gouache Painting with Renee Lammers
In a small group setting, students will explore the world of colorful Gouache painting.