New England Museum of Firefighting | Fire truck

Step into the Past

Pittsfield, MA Firefighters actively engaged in combating a fire in a snowy environment, with a ladder truck extending over the scene and spraying water towards a smoke-filled building. The scene captures an emergency response as water streams are directed at the structure amidst the wintery conditions.

This is one of hundreds of photos in our collections. This one comes from the Pittsfield Album No. 1 and set of photo albums that were donated after being saved from a trip to the nearby dumpster.

Our Mission

a portrait of Bourne, MA hood lettering and Federal Q Siren

Lee, MA Firefighters at a structure fire in Lenox.

Explore History

The New England Museum of Firefighting, we celebrate the rich history of firefighting. Our exhibits showcase artifacts, stories, and the evolution of fire safety. Join us to discover the heroes and innovations that shaped our community. We are currently a virtual museum with a site in development for a physical location.