BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM

HINGHAM, MA

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The Bare Cove Fire Museum is located in Hingham, Massachusetts and is a popular attraction for firefighters and history enthusiasts alike. The museum has a unique collection of firefighting equipment and memorabilia that dates back to the early 1800s.

The museum is housed in a historic firehouse that was built in 1903 and served as the town's main fire station until 1968. The building was renovated and converted into a museum in the 1980s and has since become a popular destination for locals and tourists.

Inside the museum, visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that showcase the evolution of firefighting equipment and techniques over the years. The collection includes vintage fire trucks, helmets, uniforms, hoses, and other equipment used by firefighters throughout history.

The museum also features interactive exhibits that allow visitors to experience what it's like to be a firefighter. Visitors can practice using a fire extinguisher, climb aboard a vintage fire truck, and even try on a firefighting uniform.

In addition to its exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including fire safety demonstrations, historical reenactments, and educational programs. Overall, the Bare Cove Fire Museum is a fascinating look at the history of firefighting in Massachusetts and is a must-see for anyone interested in this important aspect of American history.

BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in HINGHAM MA. US MID #8402500363

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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Contact BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM

telephone: 7817490028
website: http://www.barecovefiremuseum.org

BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM INC
45 BARE COVE PARK DRIVE
HINGHAM
MA
02043

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BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM Information

MID #	8402500363
Name	BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM INC
Alternate Name	BARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM
Classification	Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	042614705
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201303
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	42.25085, -70.873096
CODES	FIPS State Code: 25 FIPS County Code: 023 US Census Tract: 501102 US Census Block: 1013