NORFOLK FIRE-RESCUE MUSEUM

NORFOLK, VA

The Norfolk Fire-Rescue Museum is a historical museum located in Norfolk, Virginia, dedicated to preserving the history of firefighting and rescue services in the city. The museum is housed in the old Norfolk Fire Station No. 1, which was built in 1907 and served as the city's main fire station until 1977.

The museum's exhibits showcase a variety of firefighting equipment, including antique fire engines, hose carts, and uniforms. Visitors can also view a collection of historic photographs, documents, and artifacts that highlight the history of the fire department in Norfolk.

One of the museum's most popular exhibits is a restored 1927 American LaFrance fire engine, which was in service with the Norfolk Fire Department for many years. Visitors can climb aboard the engine and see firsthand the equipment and tools that firefighters used in the past.

In addition to its exhibits, the Norfolk Fire-Rescue Museum offers educational programs and tours for school groups and other organizations. The museum is open to the public on Saturdays and by appointment on other days. Admission is free, although donations are accepted to help support the museum's operations and programs.

NORFOLK FIRE-RESCUE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NORFOLK VA. US MID #8405100457

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 37,912 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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NORFOLK FIRE-RESCUE MUSEUM
401 E FREEMASON ST
NORFOLK
VA
23510-2403

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