Board Member Colin Burress Appointed Memphis Fire Chief
The Fire Museum of Memphis is proud to announce that museum board member Colin Burress was appointed Memphis Fire Chief on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Colin has served on our executive board for the past several years. His support of the museum has been unwavering. We wish the very best to retiring Memphis Fire Chief […]
New "Mystery" Artifact at the Fire Museum of Memphis
The Fire Museum of Memphis recently received a new artifact that is somewhat of a mystery to our historians. The stone is located just outside our front doors. Not concerned about anyone taking it. Security cameras are one thing, but this stone weighs over 200 pounds! The stone reads "J. E. Clary Chief M.F.D." What […]
This week is 9/11 Memorial Week. Although no formal service is planned for this year, the Fire Museum of Memphis will display a wreath in honor of those killed in the attack on America on September 11, 2001. Feel free to come by the museum and reflect on that day, especially the 343 New York […]
On Sunday, October 5, 2025, the annual Firefighters Memorial Service was held at the Fire Museum of Memphis, This year, the names of Memphis firefighters Terrence Pryor and Jeffrey Arick were added to the memorial wall. We thank all who attended and supported the families and friends of these two men.
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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, fire departments used steam engines to put out fires. When stations got a new piece of equipment, all the local firefighters would get together and push it into the station. On Wednesday, April 23, at 10 a.m., the Fire Museum of Memphis will hold an Old Fashioned Push […]
– You’re caught in a burning house. Smoke detectors are going off loudly overhead, Smoke is filling the air you are trying to breathe. Can you get out in time? A visit to the Fire Museum of Memphis and its new Escape Room could be the thing that saves your life. “This is the only […]
If you’re looking for a unique and educational experience in Memphis, The Fire Museum of Memphis should be at the top of your list. “The Fire Museum of Memphis is the premiere interactive fire museum in the country. Located in the original Fire House #1, the museum features exhibits that allow hands-on learning and fun, […]
We are preparing to start construction on two parts of the Fire Museum in February. However, we don't want to stop hosting Birthday Parties. So we are making a few adjustments to space so that we can continue to host parties on Saturdays and Sundays. If you'd like to book a birthday party, click on […]
The Fire Museum of Memphis has opened a store on eBay. This store specializes in antique fire apparatus and equipment. Funds from these sales will help to renovate our archives. Looking for a cool gift for your firefighter? Check us out on eBay. Just search for Fire Museum of Memphis.
The museum is using this down time to see how we can improve! It would be very helpful if you could fill out this survey to let us know how we are doing, as well as where we can improve. Want to see new things at the museum? Now's your chance to share! Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8GCC3PR
The Fire Museum of Memphis has launched a fundraising campaign that includes a new commemorative brick program. The Fire Museum has begun selling engraved bricks that will be placed in the courtyard of the museum. The bricks can recognize an active or former firefighter, or they can be purchased as a memorial or honorarium. Bricks […]
