Houston Fire Museum, Houston

Name: Houston Fire Museum
Address: 2403 Milam St, Houston, 77006-2359, United States
Telephone: +1 713-524-2526

#71 among attractions in Houston

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The Houston Fire Museum, also known as the Fire Museum of Houston, is located in the Midtown District of Houston, Texas. The museum contains interactive exhibits and displays featuring antique and modern firefighting paraphernalia. The museum also educates its visitors in fire safety and prevention and is considered to be one of the finest centers of its kind in Texas. The museum's building, which was originally home to the Houston Fire Department's Fire Station No. 7, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. ()

Coordinates: 29°44'51"N, 95°22'29"W

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2403 Milam StSouth Central Houston (Midtown)Houston 77006-2359 United States

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+1 713-524-2526

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Houston Fire Museum open?

Houston Fire Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Houston Fire Museum?

Nearby attractions include Houston Fire Station No. 7, Houston (1 min walk), Bagby Park, Houston (8 min walk), Houston tunnel system, Houston (9 min walk), Cullen Center, Houston (11 min walk).

How to get to Houston Fire Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Houston Fire Museum:

Light rail

McGowen • Lines: Red (4 min walk)
Downtown Transit Center • Lines: Red (9 min walk)

Bus

Greyhound Bus Lines (6 min walk)
FlixBus Houston • Lines: 2210, 2211, 2240, 2271 (7 min walk)