Preserving Some of History’s Best-Known Inventors

with Lisa Wilson of the Edison and Ford Winter Estates

The Edison and Ford Winter Estates dedicates its time and energy into preserving some of history’s best-known inventors, while also sharing their works with the public. Marketing and PR Director, Lisa Wilson discusses their work and what the estates has to offer.

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Sep 16, 2021

Hosted by: Nathalia Ortiz

Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team

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