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Fire Apparatus on Display

1770s Mason Hand Engine

1770s Mason Hand Engine

1770s Mason Hand Engine

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1812 Lyons Hand Engine

1770s Mason Hand Engine

1770s Mason Hand Engine

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1895 Hose Cart

1770s Mason Hand Engine

1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

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1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

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1923 American LaFrance Fire Engine

1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

1923 American LaFrance Fire Engine

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1931 Buffalo Fire Engine

1909 American LaFrance Steam Engine

1923 American LaFrance Fire Engine

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1937 Peter Pirsch & Sons Fire Engine

1937 Peter Pirsch & Sons Fire Engine

1937 Peter Pirsch & Sons Fire Engine

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Wheeled Soda Acid Extinguisher

1937 Peter Pirsch & Sons Fire Engine

1937 Peter Pirsch & Sons Fire Engine

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Reading Area Firefighters Museum Inc.

501 South Fifth St

484-525-0590

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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

The Reading Area Fire Museum is thrilled to announce its reopening after a lengthy closure for essential HVAC work!


Reopening Date:

Saturday, October 11, 2025


We can’t wait to welcome you back to explore the fascinating history of the fire service in Berks County. The museum will now be open with updated hours:

🕒 Hours of Operation:

Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursdays: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM


Mark your calendars and join us for a trip through history! 

We’re excited to see you soon!


For more info, visit our website or call (484) 525-0590.