Jessies Finding Our Way Home Poster What began as a practical

What began as a practical solution quickly became an enduring reminder of the strength and spirit of Fort Myers Beach

Bring home a piece of Fort Myers Beach history—and a reminder that even after the storm

This book takes the reader back in time when Fort Myers Beach was a bustling community of people who made their living as business owners or fishermen (shrimpers)

We also discuss the churches that have been destroyed along with the original cottages that housed our library over the years and the Beach School

or anyone looking to celebrate the legacy of our community

Jessies Finding Our Way Home Poster What began as a practicalIn the days after Hurricane Ian, Fort Myers Beach looked very different. Landmarks were gone, street signs had disappeared, and familiar roads were hard to recognize. So residents did what this community has always donethey helped each other. Hand painted wooden signs began appearing along the roads and intersections. Simple, heartfelt messages pointing the way to neighborhoods, streets, and homes helped neighbors, volunteers, and first responders