September 5, 2019
Edison and Tesla Exhibit Opens at Edison and Ford Winter Estates
FORT MYERS, Fla. (September 5, 2019) – On October 4 at 6 p.m., the public is invited to an exhibit opening in the Edison Caretaker’s House at
Thomas Edison stands in his research laboratory, holding one of his experimental light bulbs.
Edison and Ford Winter Estates. “DC vs. AC: Edison, Tesla, Westinghouse, and the Race to Electrify America” explores the differences and similarities
of the genius inventors, as well as the differences between alternating and direct current. Chief Curator, Brent Newman, will give a gallery talk on these relationships in the context of 19th century history and science.
The event coincides with the opening of “The Current War,” a movie about how Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla disagreed on which type of electric current was best. Edison believed his direct current was superior to Tesla’s alternating current; however, Tesla ultimately won that war, as alternating current is used around the world today.
Exhibit opening attendees will receive a complimentary glass of beer or champagne, light hors d’oeuvres will be provided and a pianist will play period music. A cash bar will be available. Admission is free for Edison Ford members; $10 for non-members (does not include admission to the museum, laboratory or tours of the homes).
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