Fire and Safety Museum, Fort Lauderdale

The Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum, located on West Las Olas Boulevard, showcases the city's firefighting history and valor. Occupying the historic premises of Fort Lauderdale's Fire Station, built in 1927, this museum transitioned from an operational fire station, last used by the Fire Department in 2004, to a captivating educational space following its renovation.

The museum's mission is to commemorate and educate the public on the evolution, traditions, and courageous acts of the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue services. Visitors can delve into nearly a century of the department's history, with exhibits that include an array of photographs, videos, historic uniforms, and firefighting equipment. These displays bring to life the significant fires and emergencies that Fort Lauderdale's firefighters have valiantly confronted over the years.

Originally inaugurated in 1926 and serving as the city's third fire station, the building was first known as "Station 3" before being later designated "Station 8." Today, as a museum, it not only showcases historic fire engines and maintains all original features of a 1920s working fire station but also offers an educational glimpse into the past with its photo gallery and a collection of memorabilia.

The Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum is a non-profit entity that relies on donations for its operations. It prides itself on offering specialized Fire Safety Education Programs tailored for groups, covering essential topics such as fire, medical, and severe weather preparedness. These programs are designed to be engaging and informative, ensuring that participants walk away with a profound understanding of safety and preparedness.