Portland Fire Museum

Fire Memorabilia Galore

Description

The Portland Fire Museum is located in a historic building in downtown Portland and is operated by the Portland Veteran Firemen's Association. The PVFA consists of 20 firefighters, both veterans and active members, who maintain the museum's collection of Portland firefighting art and memorabilia from the early 19th century to present day. They originally housed the growing pile of artifacts in the house of Casco Engine 1, then moved to their present location, the old fire quarters of Engine 4. Some of the highlights of the collection include an 1848 hand tub and reel, original horse stalls, 19th century hand pumpers, and a varied assortment of slide poles, lithographs, and paintings. The museum accepts memorabilia and artifacts from anyone who would like to donate; they also assist in the preservation of the articles to get them ready for display at the museum.