The Fire Museum of Texas is recognized as one of Texas' best FREE places to visit! The museum is dedicated to preserving fire service history and educating people about fire safety.
Explore the extensive collection of fire apparatus, including an 1856 Howe hand-drawn tub pumper with leather buckets, 1909 American LaFrance aerial ladder, 1926 American LaFrance pumper, 1931 REO Search Light Truck and more!
See the Gamewell Fire Alarm System, pull stations and communications equipment from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Learn about early firefighting equipment, including a wide assortment of antique fire extinguishers, nozzles, ladders, helmets, and more!
Students really can see what it's like to be a firefighter by putting on firefighting gear with a fire helmet, sitting behind the wheel in the cab of a real fire engine, and turning on all the lights to stimulate driving to a fire!
Bring the kids upstairs to the Fire Safety Activity Center to learn fire and home safety information while they play. And before you go, visit the Firehouse Gift Shop for a unique reminder of your visit; and take a picture with the world's largest working fire hydrant!
The Fire Museum of Texas is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. You may view the museum at your own pace or schedule a guided tour. I highly recommend the guided tour! A docent will lead your group through the museum and offer an overview and insight on the major collections and attractions. An educational and fun field trip for all ages!
Fire Museum of Texas
400 Walnut Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
409-880-3927
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