Lee County Black History Society

I went to the Juneteenth Celebration at the park they had free tours of Fort Myers Black History Museum, such a great source of information about slavery and about Fort Black History. This stuff I never learned in school so, important pieces of history are left out. I want to know the whole story.... So many brave people fought for freedom that we never hear about. I hope my 8 year olds generation learns the whole history of the USA and local history and not just the certain pretty stories that sound good... Thank I learned a lot. I want to come back when it is not so busy so I can time to read everything.

Place ran out of bathroom tissue and managing person was late to open causing problems for our schedule. Hot and stuffy. Inadequate AC for such a small place. Hope to find something else for next function.

Enjoyed this tour so much. There is so much black history that has not been told. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable of the contents visited. I'm so glad I found this place and will recommend people to go visit.

Great gem. Finally some culture to fort Myers!

Thoughly enjoyed our visit. Wish we could have stayed longer. Suggest you arrange your time for a guided tour to fully appreciate the significance of the displays. A suggested improvement by the city/state - increase the visibility of the signage for the Black History Society on Martin Luther King Blvd.

One of the most interesting museums I have been to in a while. Not big, but it is packed with history. A "find" for anyone into history, a "must" for local African Americans. Its focus is on the local history of the black movement but certainly would be well worth anyones time. Even if just a visitor.

The Lee County Black History Society strives to uphold the legacy of Black culture and educate on the local history-- from the desegregation of schools, diplomas signed by Booker T. Washington, documents noting the founding of NPHC organizations and even the legacy of Deion Sanders-- this organization presents to the community key milestones of Black people nationally and within this City.

Institutions and structures such as the Lee County Black History Society and its accompanying Williams Academy Museum are instrumental in helping ALL people understand aspects of American History that get less shine than others.

I highly encourage anyone living in or planning to visit Fort Myers, give the Museum a call and set up your tour today. Take the time to be enlightened.

Always nice to learn about local history. The folks here have done a wonderful job of telling the stories of Blacks in Ft. Myers. I would definitely go back. Small but great!

Betty is simply AH-MAAAAZING! She is a wealth of knowledge and made the tour such a delight. This place is a must see if you are visiting or passing through Fort Myers

Very nice little museum honoring local black history. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteer spent time with us. Well worth the visit!

This place is worth visiting. I learned a few things.

Everyone should go to see history black and white people that are not to scared the police set in the park using the slave rules.

My first time today!! I cannot wait to bring my boyz.

Wonderful family gathering. 😇 💖

Legendary