Attraction in North Fort Myers closes after 86 years

NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Shell Factory & Nature Park in North Fort Myers will close this September.

On Monday, the company posted an announcement on Facebook.

The attraction has been in operation since 1938.

The last days of operation of the Shell factory are the weekends of September 20-22 and September 27-29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Fun Park is closed, but on-site restaurants are offering a limited menu while supplies last.

The park’s announcement included the following statement from owner Pam Cronin:

“This was an incredibly difficult decision because the Shell Factory was a huge part of our community and my life. We are so proud of the countless joyful experiences we have shared here – whether on board bumper boats, in our nature park, on the mini golf course or in our shops and restaurants.”

The post pointed out the “costly maintenance of an 86-year-old property,” which ultimately led to this decision.

Shell factory officials are working with wildlife conservation officials to provide safe accommodation for the more than 400 animals that live in the park.

Residents and visitors are asked to share memories from the Shell factory on the company’s Facebook page.