Tasmanian Fire Museum

Architect: Department of Public Works (1911)

Inside Hobart’s Firefighting History

Architect: Department of Public Works, 1911

Step inside one of Hobart’s historic fire stations and discover the people, equipment and stories behind Tasmania’s firefighting history.

Housed in the former Hobart Fire Brigade Head Station, built in 1911, the Tasmania Fire Museum is home to a remarkable collection of fire service artefacts — including a hand-drawn fire pump dating from 1826.

Established in 1979, the Museum works to preserve, restore and share Tasmania’s fire service heritage. But this is more than a collection of old equipment. The Museum is a volunteer brigade of the Tasmania Fire Service, with members drawn from serving and retired, career and volunteer firefighters.

That means when you explore the collection, you can hear the stories from people who have actually used the appliances and equipment on display.

Come inside, have a look around and discover the people, machines and memories that have shaped Tasmania’s firefighting story.

Tour: Sat 7 Nov, 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm, Sun 8 Nov, 10.00am, 11.00am (bookings required)