Last updated: 5/1/2020
Fort Myers, Florida
Address
2031 Jackson StreetFort Myers, FL 33901
phone: 239-321-7430
fax: 239-344-5915
web: www.swflmuseumofhistory.com

Hours

Tuesday - Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday - Monday
closed

Admissions

Adults $9.50
Seniors $8.50
Children $5

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Chuck Smith
phone:
Helena Finnegan
phone:
Jim Powers
phone:
Adelle Moro
phone:
Sarah Von Williamsen
phone:
Description

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.

Mission

The collection, preservation and interpretation of history and traditions, with particular emphasis on Southwest Florida.

Governance

Municipal

Services
Gift Shop
ADA
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

July 24 - August 3, 2024

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South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

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Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

October 13 - 16, 2024

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Michingan Museum Associations 2024 Confrence

October 21 - 23, 2024

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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