FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS
BEAUMONT, TX
The Fire Museum of Texas is located in Beaumont, Texas, and is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of firefighting in the state of Texas. The museum is housed in the former Beaumont Fire Department Central Station, which was built in 1927 and was in use until 1965. The building was then converted into a museum in 1984.
The museum features exhibits that showcase the evolution of firefighting equipment and techniques, including antique fire trucks, hand-drawn hose carts, and early firefighting tools. Visitors can also see a collection of firefighting uniforms, helmets, and badges, as well as interactive displays that demonstrate how firefighters tackle different types of fires.
One of the most popular exhibits at the Fire Museum of Texas is the "Fire Safety House," a simulated home that teaches children about fire safety and prevention. The museum also offers educational programs and tours for school groups and community organizations.
In addition to its exhibits, the Fire Museum of Texas is home to a research library that contains a wealth of information on the history of firefighting in Texas. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and admission is free.
FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BEAUMONT TX. US MID #8404800254
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).
Contact FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS
- telephone: 4098803927
- website: http://www.firemuseumoftexas.org
FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS
400 WALNUT ST
BEAUMONT
TX
77701
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FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS Information
MID # | 8404800254 |
Name | FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS |
Alternate Name | |
Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 30.086122, -94.098563 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 48 FIPS County Code: 245 US Census Tract: 011700 US Census Block: 2040 |