The historic property of Edison and Ford Winter Estates is preparing for possible hurricane conditions. The site will be closing today, Oct. 7, promptly at 2 p.m. and will be closed to the public on Oct. 8, 9, and 10. The site is scheduled to re-open on Friday, Oct. 11, weather permitting.

Hurricane shutters are being installed on the historic homes and buildings to protect the structures and artifacts. Porch furniture in vulnerable locations will be moved inside, and antique cars will be moved from the Ford property to the museum.

Additionally, the Orchid Sale and Symposium scheduled for this weekend (Oct. 12-13) is cancelled. It will be rescheduled for April 12-13 and will be combined with the springtime Grow Fort Myers event.

Visitors are advised to check the website at EdisonFord.org or call 239-334-7419 prior to arriving later this week to ensure that the site is open.