Buffalo Fire Historical Society Museum, Buffalo

The Buffalo Fire Museum is by far the most inviting, upclose museum I have ever been to. It's a small building on William Street and Queen Street in the Lovejoy Section with alot of honor, pride, and history within it's walls. The former Buffalo firemen that volunteer there time here are a font of knowledge. Unlike other museum's, they actually come up to you. They assisted me in finding out more information on relatives that were on the Department then I could have ever dreamed. The horse stable display from old Engine 27, the old Steamer as well as the old Mack pumper, the complete firebox, the helmets, axes, scratchbuilt models by retired Chief Jack Supple, too much to take in on one day. By the way, it's free! So donate your money, buy a picture of the Edward Cotter Fireboat, something. It's unbelievable that the Buffalo Fire Department consisted of 38 Engine Co's, 16 Ladder Co's, 2 Rescue Co's, 10 Squad Co's, 2 Fireboats, and the Airport CFR. I give the museum thumbs up to any current or retired Fire, EMS, and/or people just curious about the world of firemen.

A free museum that is truely underappreciated. The collection is extensive and facinating. It is rich in history. The staff are ex-fireman who volunteer their time and extensive knowledge enthusiastically. The children loved it and got free fire hats as they sat on top of the old trucks. They ask for a donation at the end of the tour that is richly deserved. A wonderful experience.