Pennsylvania National Fire Museum, Harrisburg

Name: Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
Address: 1820 N 4th St, Harrisburg, 17102-1501, United States
Telephone: +1 717-232-8915

#16 among attractions in Harrisburg

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum is a museum devoted to fire fighter heritage in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States. The museum has an outstanding collection of artifacts from the hand-drawn equipment, extensive collection of vintage fire apparatus, artifacts, pictures and information about the history of fire fighting in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. ()

Coordinates: 40°16'35"N, 76°53'32"W

Address

1820 N 4th StMidtownHarrisburg 17102-1501 United States

Contact

+1 717-232-8915

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Pennsylvania National Fire Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pennsylvania Farm Show, Pennsylvania State Capitol, Strawberry Square, Cathedral of Saint Patrick.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pennsylvania National Fire Museum open?

Pennsylvania National 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 1 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pennsylvania National Fire Museum?

Nearby attractions include Uptown Harrisburg, Harrisburg (6 min walk), Old Uptown Historic District, Harrisburg (6 min walk), Old Midtown Historic District, Harrisburg (7 min walk), Engleton, Harrisburg (7 min walk).

How to get to Pennsylvania National Fire Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pennsylvania National Fire Museum:

Bus

Harrisburg (31 min walk)
Market Street Transfer Station (33 min walk)

Train

Harrisburg (32 min walk)