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Set in a restored 1904 firehouse, this museum shows antique fire engines, helmets and equipment tracing the history of firefighting in New York. Kids love the horse-drawn rigs and learning about fire safety.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
Open Wed–Sun
Adults $15, youth 3–17 $6, 2 and under free
Open Wed–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 3–12.
Adults $15, youth 3–17 $6, 2 and under free
Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–5 PM · Thursday: 10 AM–5 PM · Friday: 10 AM–5 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM. Open Wed–Sun
278 Spring St, 10013, in Hudson Square, Manhattan.
Yes. New York City Fire Museum is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by New York City Fire Museum: nycfiremuseum.org, or call (212) 691-1303.
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