Fire Museum

Three children smiling in a vintage firetruck display.

About the Museum

Vintage red fire truck with gold detailing, "Windsor Fire Dept" insignia, and American flags, parked on a driveway. — 1925 REO Speedwagon Chemical Hose Wagon

Established in 2010, the Windsor Severance Fire Museum celebrates the heritage of Windsor-Severance Fire Rescue (WSFR) dating back to 1902. Located at 121 N 6th Street in Windsor, CO, it's open every Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m.

The museum showcases three original antique fire trucks used by the Windsor Fire Department, offering visitors a glimpse into firefighting history and the evolution of technology. With artifacts, photographs, and equipment on display, the museum honors the dedication and innovation of the firefighting profession and pays tribute to its courageous service to the community.

Museum Hours: Every Saturday, 12pm - 4pm or by appointment

Admission: Free

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A vintage fire truck parked outside a brick building, with clear skies above. — 1941 International Howe Fire Engine

An adult and a child stand in front of a hanging train tire, which is the tool used by firefighters before telephones to signal an emergency. — Before we had telephones and 911, a person reporting an emergency would hit a train tire like this with a hammer on Main Street.

Volunteer for the Museum!

Conduct guided tours of the fire museum for community members, school field trips, and various community groups interested in learning about fire department history and fire safety.

Represent the museum at community events by providing information and interacting with attendees.
One of our biggest needs is volunteers who know how or are interested in learning to drive the antique fire engines to assist with interactive community tours, events, and parades.

Visit our volunteer page to learn more about becoming a volunteer docent and to apply.

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Website Accessibility Statement

Windsor Severance Fire Rescue (the "District") is committed to ensuring that its services are accessible to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, the District strives to provide an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, AA, and commercial screen reading software. Features of the website are created to allow individuals with vision and other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities.

If you need any special assistance or accommodations:

Contact our compliance support team via telephone at: (888) 765-1970

Ongoing Compliance Information

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Fire Museum

About the Museum

Volunteer for the Museum!

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Interested in learning more about WSFR History?

Dan Lowe