Fort Myers, Florida

Culture, History, Historic House, Natural History, Nature Centers, Planetarium, Science

The Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium is a private, 501(c)(3), not for profit, environmental education organization located in Fort Myers, Florida. Our 105-acre site has a museum, three nature trails, a 44'-diameter dome theater planetarium, butterfly and bird aviaries, a gift shop and meeting and picnic areas.

Fort Myers, Florida

Aquarium, Children's, General, History, Science

The IMAG History & Science Center offers fun for all ages to discover the wonders of science and history, providing a large open environment to explore over 60 hands-on exhibits. Feed a stingray, touch animals in the LIVE! Animal Encounter shows, and visit the Living Lab to see turtles, snakes, frogs, a bearded dragon, and much more! Gaze at the Florida native, and exotic fish in the 3,200-gallon aquarium built by Animal Planet’s Tanked and visit the original fort of Fort Myers in a one-of-a-kind 3D Virtual Reality experience. Younger visitors will enjoy the Mini Museum’s early childhood area.

Fort Myers, Florida

History, Library, Specialized

Railroad Museum of South Florida, Inc a Florida Non Profit Corp

Fort Myers, Florida

History

A restored 1924 Atlantic Coastline Railroad depot, the museum is home to the history of Southwest Florida from Paleo man and animals through the 20th Century. Special attractions are a pioneer “cracker” house, 1926 La France fire pumper and 1929 private Pullman rail car.

Fort Myers, Florida

Arboretum, Botanical Garden, Culture, History, Historic House, Science

The Edison and Ford Winter Estates is a National Register Historic Site and Florida Historic Landmark with 13 historic buildings, including the 1927 botanic research laboratory and a 15,000-square-foot museum on 20 acres of botanical gardens. The site is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and some evenings for special events.

Fort Myers, Florida

History, Historical Society

The Lee County Black History Society, Inc. (LCBHS) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. The organization is seeking financial sponsors and volunteers. Your continued support is needed for: 1. General operational expenses for our non-profit administrative office functions and organizational activities.2. Collecting and preserving local Black memorabilia and artifacts. 3. Development of historical archives.4. Displaying Exhibits 5. Developing of the Living History Classroom.

Fort Myers, Florida

Culture, History, Historical Society

Fort Myers, Florida

Botanical Garden, General, History, Historic House, Park

Walk among live oaks and lush gardens, relax in a rocking chair on the verandah as you watch the river roll gently by....but, first, join Mona and Jettie Burroughs as they share the history and colorful tales of living in one of Fort Myers' oldest homes - The Burroughs Home. Built in 1901, this Georgian Revival Mansion was the scene of many social events that hosted the Fort Myers' elite including the Edisons, Fords, and Firestones. Antique furnishings, historical artifacts, and delightful tales of growing up as the privileged daughters of wealthy businessman Nelson Burroughs and his wife Adeline await visitors who want to take a step back in time.