Yoga By the River
Step away from all the 21st century gadgets and focus on the moment. All skill levels welcome. The class is taught by Bonnie D’Angelo, a certified yoga instructor. Bring a yoga mat, water, and towel.
Tickets are available at the museum ticket counter. Admission to the site is not included.
Edison Ford members: $15; non-members: $20
Silk Scarf Painting Class with Artist Marie Dyer
If you need some time to relax and unwind, join us for a silk scarf painting class with Marie Dyer surrounded by Edison’s gardens. You will leave the class with a silk scarf that can be worn or hung as a piece of artwork. All materials are included in the fee.
No experience is required. Space is limited; click here to register.
Members: $90, non-members: $100
Step into History Digital Edition – The Calusa of Southwest Florida
Join Lead Historian Isaac Hunter for the next Digital Step into History. Isaac will be discussing the Calusa. The Native American Tribe of Southwest Florida, w ho resided right here in Fort Myers.
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A Calusa shell mound illustration.
Veteran’s Day
To honor those who served our country, veterans will be admitted free on Veterans Day. (Offer good for the veteran only, with identification.)
Digital Discussion: Frozen – The Battle of Trenton
Christmas night 1776: Washington and his troops cross the icy Delaware.
On Christmas night, December 25, 1776, Washington implemented a bold plan that would improve the morale and future of the hungry, threadbare, and desperate American forces.
The general boldly led his men across the frozen Delaware River and on a ten-mile march to Trenton, New Jersey, where they surprised a garrison of 1,500 Hessian soldiers. The Americans won the fight and triumphed again in Princeton a week later. General Washington demonstrated his resourcefulness and the strength of his command. He became a hero to his soldiers and revitalized the Continental Army.
Join Program Manager Holly Shaffer for this free virtual presentation.
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Visit our archive to see previous editions.
Phonograph Demonstration with John Kurdyla
Phonograph expert, John Kurdyla is back and will provide an overview of the fascinating qualities of the phonograph in a special presentation in our learning lab. He will demonstrate how it works and play the device for visitors. Included with admission.
Digital Discussion – What Happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke?
In 1587, 115 English settlers arrived on Roanoke Island off the coast of present North Carolina. Their governor, John White returned to England for
supplies. Delayed by a war with Spain, White did not return for three years. When he returned, he found no trace of the colony or the inhabitants. What happened to Roanoke?
Join museum manager Holly Shaffer for this free virtual presentation. CLICK HERE to register.
Not able to attend our live sessions? You can find our archive here.
Step into History Digital Edition: Henry Ford’s Trimotor
Step into history with a discussion about Henry Ford’s innovations in aviation with the Ford Trimotor. Henry Ford’s aircraft revolutionized
commercial aviation across the world with improvements in aircraft safety and reliability. The Ford Trimotor was one of the first all metal, multiengine aircraft sold commercially, hundreds produced and used worldwide by airlines until the 1950s Join lead historian Chase for this free virtual presentation .
Registration is required for this online event.
Step into History: The Menge Brothers of Fort Myers
Join historian Tim Snyder while he unpacks the story of two men who helped shape the future of Fort Myers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Discover how captains Fred and Conrad Menge helped change the geography and economy of Fort Myers and Southwest Florida forever.
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