The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is always doing new and exciting things. See our calendar page and join us at one of these special programs or activities.
You are also encouraged to join our mailing list and receive periodic announcements of new exhibits, special events, and other cool things that are happening in and around the Aurora Regional Fire Museum.
We like to think we're the hottest place in town, but don't just take our word for it, read what others are saying about us in some of our recent press coverage.
People often ask, “When was the building built?” or “What's with that big green dome?” You can find these questions (and a host of others) answered on our page of “Frequently Asked Questions.”
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News, notes, thanks, and some
of our latest accomplishments...
August 22, 2009 -- the Aurora Regional Fire Museum participated in the Fox Valley United Way's annual "What Floats Your Cardboard Boat Race"
January 12, 2009 -- The ARFM and the AFD commemorated the 75th anniversary of the tragic Woolworth Fire
We are honored to announce that the Aurora Firefighters Local 99 has voted to purchase annual museum family memberships for all of their 175 members! With this decision we are nearing 100% participation on the members of the Aurora Fire Department.
Below are links to some of our old projects that
aren't news anymore, but we're still proud of them
Tech Effect: Chicago Fire
The Aurora Regional Fire Museum was again asked to assist in the filming of a television documentary about the Chicago Fire. The History Channel's Tech Effect used artifacts and images from the museum's collection, and David Lewis, Curator was invited to participate as one of the show's historical consultants and technical advisors.
Great Midwestern
Handtub Fire Engine Expo
On Saturday, June 26th, 20004, a dozen hand operated fire engines gathered at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum for the largest hand-tub fire engine muster to be held in Illinois since the 1800s.
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