For more than 100 years, firefighting was the responsibility of every neighborhood and citizen. The city’s fire companies fervently believed that fighting fire was a community responsibility, best performed by virtuous and heroic men. Paid fireman finally replaced volunteers in 1871, signaling a change in beliefs about public service.
The Mercer Museum’s engaging exhibition will include more than 175 historical firefighting artifacts including tools, colorful parade regalia, apparel, artwork, photographs, fire engines and fire equipment, and other unique items from the Museum’s permanent collection. The all-ages exhibit will also feature hands-on activities for children.
Exhibit is generously sponsored by:
Tilley Family and Tilley Fire Equipment Company in memory of Don Tilley’s Commitment to Volunteer Firefighting
William & Laurie Schutt
Susan E. Kane
Brian & Louise McLeod
Mission Appeal Donors–2014 Cocktails at the Castle Gala
Adopt-an Artifact Campaign Contributors
