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Los Angeles Fire Dept Historical Society

Tourist attraction Museum

Open on Saturdays, a 1930s fire station turned museum with equipment dating from the early 1900s. People often mention fire, trucks, museum, kids, floor, firefighters, great,


Address

1355 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Website

lafdmuseum.org

Contact

+1 323-464-2727

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (78 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: (Washington's Birthday), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: fire (23) trucks (8) museum (7) kids (7) floor (7) firefighters (6) great (6)
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  • 5/5 Stephen L. 1 year ago on Google • 610 reviews
    What a cool place. No matter how long you live in LA, you can find gems to visit for free. The people here are so nice and they give you a tour of all the different fire trucks on display!!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cindy C. 1 year ago on Google • 160 reviews
    Very beautiful museum. All the retired firefighters are friendly, as well as the ones on duty.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Logan Allec, C. 2 years ago on Google • 110 reviews
    This is a totally awesome (and free!) place to visit if you or your kids have any interest whatsoever in the fire department / fire engines. There is a beautiful memorial in the courtyard for L.A. firefighters who lost their lives while on duty. The first floor of the museum is full of old fire trucks and fire engines. The second floor has a few rooms, all with displays of historical items. Seeing as we went with our 2-year-old, spent the most time in the children's room where there is a corner with a bunch of fire-related (or at least red 😂) toys as well as a big plastic fire engine toy in the middle of the room that kids can climb in. The building once served as an actual fire station, so it was cool to imagine the place being full of firemen back in the day. There are a few minutes throughout the building of what the particular room you're in looked like when it was in service. In terms of parking, we found cheap metered two-hour parking on Cole Place. It was pretty much empty when we visited on a Saturday morning, and they give free plastic fire helmets to the kids. 👨‍🚒
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gary S. 4 years ago on Google • 1476 reviews
    Once the largest fire station west of the Mississippi. 5 fire poles to take the staff from the second floor dormitory to the fire trucks on the first floor. The first floor is filled with fire trucks and their equipment. The model T fire truck was great. Massive ladder trucks of different ages. Horse fire trucks and a steampowered one is also on display. Dozens of models of other fire engines and fire stations. See the kitchen and Captains office on the first floor as well. Up the elevator or stairs to the second floor to see the dormitory which is filled with fire hats from around the world. Large childrens play area and associated children's toys fill the old locker room. Free to enter and parking on the street is free as well. Large bronze statue saluting the fallen fire fire fighter as well as the names of all Los Angeles firefighters who died due to fighting fires.

  • 5/5 Ryan V. 7 years ago on Google • 155 reviews
    I took my young son, who loves everything firefighter/fire truck related. We had a great time exploring the museum. The guys (volunteers?) at the museum had some great stories.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gil B. J. 6 years ago on Google • 439 reviews
    Fun historical site with a somber reminder of those who lost their lives in service to their community. There are many amazing historical items to see here, including old fire trucks, equipment, and poles. If you have a child who's interest in becoming a fire fighter, being them here.

  • 5/5 Matt C. 7 years ago on Google • 212 reviews
    Awesome collection of LAFD and miscellaneous firefighting memorabilia, apparatus and other items of interest. Knowledgeable retired firefighters working the museum with a lot of knowledge to share. This place is not just for adults interested in the fire service. Part of this place is geared towards kids and any kids that enjoy trucks will love this place. I can't wait to go back and see what they have added.

  • 5/5 David S. 9 months ago on Google • 140 reviews
    I am 1 of the volunteers and fell in love with the museum the first time I visited. Every Saturday from 9 to 4. Make sure to go up stairs and see all the additional exhibits and the Kids Zone. They also have a great gift shop and an elevator for those not inclined to want to deal with stairs.

  • 5/5 L. B. 6 years ago on Google • 41 reviews
    Amazing spot to take the family for some Local history an Fun ..old timers & young timers will Love this experience!. Mother reminsicing her days while Dad worked & played handball his 10yrs .. Sharing events with daughters, granddaughter & 2 of 4 great grandsons .. A memory i'll cherish a lifetime! Thanks to the Firemen who built stat. 27 a Museum of memories, & HERO'S..

  • 5/5 Denis T. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited the museum with my 3 years old son. He was totally happy to see Fire department equipment very close. I wish they had a real Fire truck so kids could play in the cabin.

  • 5/5 Anas K. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place for kids who love Fire Trucks. Very informative. The staff here mostly is retired firefighters and they know the history of firefighting like the back of their hand. Its free but be kind to drop in $5 per adult to support the place. They have a nice gift shop too. Very well kept place.

  • 5/5 Haley O. 1 year ago on Google • 10 reviews
    We had a blast here! One of the retired firefighters gave us a tour. He had so much knowledge and so many great stories. One of my favorite museums I’ve been to!


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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