ELGIN FIRE BARN NO 5 MUSEUM

ELGIN, IL

The Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum is a historical fire station located in Elgin, Illinois. The museum is housed in a building that was constructed in 1903 and served as a fire station until 1991. It is one of the few surviving fire stations from the early 20th century in the area.

The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of firefighting in Elgin and the surrounding area. Visitors to the museum can explore the original firehouse, which features a collection of vintage firefighting equipment, including steam engines, hand-drawn hose carts, and vintage fire trucks.

In addition to the equipment displays, the museum also features exhibits on the history of the Elgin Fire Department and the role of firefighting in the community. Visitors can learn about the challenges faced by firefighters in the past, as well as the advancements in technology and training that have improved safety and efficiency in modern firefighting.

The Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum is a unique and engaging destination for anyone interested in the history of firefighting and the role of firefighters in their communities. It is open to the public on weekends and by appointment during the week. Admission is free, but donations are welcomed to help support the museum's ongoing efforts to preserve and promote the history of firefighting in Elgin.

ELGIN FIRE BARN NO 5 MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ELGIN IL. US MID #8401700760

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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ELGIN FIRE BARN NO 5 MUSEUM
533 ST CHARLES ST
ELGIN
IL
60120

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