Fort Myers

Historical and Educational Attractions

This page lists attractions of historical, cultural, or educational significance in the Lee County and Charlotte County, Florida area. Listings may include historical homes, battlefields, forts, monuments, famous birthplaces, and other places of historical significance, as well educational attractions such as planetariums.
Kids Lee County and Charlotte County: Historical and Educational Attractions - Fun 4 Fort Myers Kids
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AC Freeman House- Closed for Renovations

The AC Freeman House built in the early 20th century provides an excellent example of Victorian Arch ...

311 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
Blind Pass Beach Park

AMENITIES: Beach Access Birding Canoe/Kayak Launch Fishing Historical / Cultural Resource Picn ...

Playground Features
6725 Manasota Key Road, Englewood, FL, 34223
Burroughs Home and Gardens

Step back in time to the year 1918 and learn about life in Fort Myers as it was more than a century ...

2505 First Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
Cape Coral Museum of History

In addition to a picture display of the history of Cape Coral, there is also a large mural of the fo ...

544 Cultural Park Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL, 33990
Cape Haze Pioneer Trail Park

Amenities: Bike Trails Dog Friendly Historic Features Nature Trail Picnic Tables Restroom/Port ...

1688 Gasparilla Rd., Placida, Florida, 33946
Carlton Reserve - (T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve)

Bicycling Birding Camping Canoe/Kayak Launch Historical / Cultural Resource Picnicking Restroo ...

1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice, FL, 34292
CHEC At Alligator Creek

The Alligator Creek Preserve includes four (4) miles of nature trails. Year-round volunteers offer i ...

10941 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda, FL, 33951
CHEC at Cedar Point

The Park is a 115-acre Charlotte County Park located in Englewood across from Lemon Bay High School ...

2300 Placida Road, Englewood, FL, 34224
Cookie House- Englewood

The unique "Cookie House" was built c. 1931 by John Foster Bass, Jr. (1897-1939) founder of the Bass ...

2300 Placida Road, Englewood, FL, 34224
Edison and Ford Winter Estates

Visitors to Thomas Edison and Henry Ford's Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy touring 20+ acres ...

2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
Englewood History Museum

The Museum collects, displays and preserves items relating to the area's cultural heritage which wil ...

604 W. Perry Street, Englewood, FL, 34223
Gasparilla Island State Park

The centerpiece of Gasparilla is the restored Port Boca Grande Lighthouse built in 1890. Swimming, s ...

880 Belcher Rd, Boca Grande, FL, 33921
History Park

History Park is a nine (9) acre park located in the central part of the City. The park serves as a r ...

501 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
Indian Mound Park

AMENITIES: Birding Boat Ramp Boat Ramps for Motorized Vessels Canoe/Kayak Launch Fishing Grill ...

Playground Features
210 Winson Ave., Englewood, FL, 34223
Koreshan State Park

The park is home to 11 immaculately restored and nationally registered historic buildings erected by ...

Playground Features
3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero, FL, 33928
Military Heritage Museum - Punta Gorda

Located in Punta Gorda Fl, the Military Heritage Museum's purpose is to honor all who serve. From th ...

900 West Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center

Explore and discover the natural beauty of Southwest Florida. Learn about the unique ecology of the ...

718 Fishermans Wharf, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931
Peace River Wildlife Center

Peace River Wildlife Center (PRWC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit wildlife rehabilitation and education c ...

3400 Ponce de Leon Pkwy, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
Punta Gorda Airfield Exhibit

Local artists from the Arts & Humanities Council of Charlotte County display their exhibitions in th ...

28000 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda, Florida, 33982
Punta Gorda History Center, The

The Punta Gorda History Center is located at 512 Grace Street in Punta Gorda. It currently holds a l ...

512 E. Grace Street, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
Stump Pass Beach State Park

Visitors come to this secluded beach to enjoy the year-round swimming and sunbathing. Shelling is be ...

South end of Manasota Key 900 Gulf Blvd, Englewood, FL, 34233
Veterans Park- Punta Gorda

Located in Laishley Park, the Veterans Park includes a garden, gazebo, freedom fountain, and 50% rep ...

98 Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950