Southwest Florida Museum of History, Regional history museum in downtown Fort Myers, United States
The Southwest Florida Museum of History occupies a former Atlantic Coast Line Railroad depot building, displaying exhibits about local development through multiple centuries.
The museum collection includes artifacts from Paleo Indians, presenting evidence of early human settlements and subsequent Spanish explorations in Southwest Florida.
Exhibits showcase the evolution of Fort Myers through Native American heritage, military involvement, agricultural growth, and maritime industries of the region.
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Saturday between 10 AM and 5 PM, offering guided tours and educational programs for school groups.
The facility houses a 1926 La France fire pumper and a preserved 1929 private Pullman rail car as part of its permanent collection.
Location: Fort Myers
Phone: +2393217430
Email: info@museumofhistory.org
Website: https://swflmuseumofhistory.com
GPS coordinates: 26.64000,-81.86607
Latest update: March 22, 2025 12:41
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