This Fire Museum is something to behold. What a fabulous place to learn the history of our Fire Fighters whether volunteer or full time. Incredible history in the exhibits and the building itself. Very well done. Megan was an amazing host and welcoming party. Make sure to ask for the stories around the wood water main! Highly recommended. read more

Great place for those who love firemen and fire trucks. There were even some things that the kids could touch and interact with. The employee was very friendly and helpful. read more

Quirky little museum all about the history of fire fighting. Beautifully restored building and excellent exhibit with hands on stuff for the kid in all of us. Bathrooms, parking lot and right near the og downtown and the Fox River. read more

Aurora Regional Fire Museum - Front of the fire house - Museums Near Me - Aurora, Illinois

Great museum with informative displays about local history. Director is very friendly and passionate about keeping the museum relevant & community focused. read more

Aurora Regional Fire Museum is yet another gem in downtown Aurora. I love taking my young daughter to the fire museum -- it is very hands-on and kid-friendly. She loves the horses. You'll just have to go and see for yourself. Every time I introduce someone to the fire museum, they say, "I can't believe that I have never been here before -- it's great!!!" It's a must-do activity in downtown Aurora. There is a convenient parking lot in back. read more

Amazing little treasure trove of local history. Not only is the building a historical landmark, and a lovely piece of architecture, but the contents of the museum show devotion, passion, and an amazing talent for preserving the history of firefighting for generations to come. Can't miss the firehouse gingerbread contest from Thanksgiving until Christmas each year. read more

What a wonderful place for people of ALL ages! This building use to be the main Fire Station, in downtown Aurora, and one can gaze and imagine how it used to be when Aurora's firemen answered the calls and made their descent down the sliding pole. David Lewis, the curator and Debby Davis, executive director, are amazing as they guide you through an informative tour of Aurora's "fiery" past. It's an exciting way to spend an afternoon...so rich in culture and history, and FUN. I follow them on Facebook and you can, too! http://www.facebook.com/AuroraRegionalFireMuseum read more

The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is a local jewel of firefighting history nestled inside a beautiful historic building in downtown Aurora. The museum houses local firefighting artifacts and equipment, as well as items acquired from the Smithsonian's collection. Interactive displays, complete with educational videos, walk you through the history of firefighting. There is also a small gift shop inside the museum with books, toys and other assorted gifts. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly; tours are available or you may walk through the museum on your own. During my visit, the executive director, Debby Davis, filled me in on the museum's past and how it came in to existence as well as telling me about upcoming exhibits. The museum's curator, David Lewis, is well educated on fire history and is nationally recognized as an expert on The Great Chicago Fire. He is a fascinating and engaging speaker who always seemed to have a crowd of captivated children surrounding him as he answered questions and told stories about firefighting and the museum. There is something for everyone at the museum whether it is looking at big shiny red fire trucks or learning about the changes in technology and communication in firefighting throughout history. The museum also hosts an annual gingerbread house contest during the holidays which is a must-see for the entire family. I am not only saying that because I won 2nd place in the adult division last year. :) The museum gets decorated in its holiday finest and gingerbread houses from every skill level are on display. I discovered the museum because of the gingerbread contest but if you are in Aurora, I highly recommend stopping by to see the magnificently restored fire station building and all of the treasures inside. read more

Great museum in the old central fire station. Still has the horse stables and poles in place. Nice display of area firefighting equipment, old engines and apparatus. Well worth the visit. read more

Calling all Fireman lovers!!! Great place to take young children interested in fire trucks. Small, intimate, educational and not crowded. we had the place to our selves, had a private tour. Many different firetrucks from today and yesterday and its in a real fire station. read more

This is one cool place! It's got vintage fire trucks and equipment and it's housed in a historic fire station that has been beautifully restored. The displays cover the evolution of fire-fighting from colonial times to the present. I've been there four or five times and always learn something new. read more

A dear friend of mine, whose husband is a Firefighter (Ladder 6) in the Boston, MA area, came to visit me & wanted to get some keepsakes from an IL Ladder 6 Fire Station. - Upon asking for assistance in this effort, a firefighter from my local fire station referred me to The Aurora Regional Fire Museum. I called The Aurora Regional Fire Museum & spoke with Debbie, who was able to coordinate an appointment to visit the museum & provide a guided-tour with David! - What a wonderfully fun & educational experience we had during our tour!! David is a passionate, extremely knowledgeable and experienced fire safety historian & curator of The Aurora Regional Fire Museum, with the heart & the character a firefighter. He gave both of us such an awesome tour of the facility, spending precious time to share the awesome significance of the history and artistic, engineering designs & developments of firefighting & fire safety through the ages to present. The many fire artifacts that have been assembled locally, from neighboring communities, as well as those obtained from the Smithsonian in this museum have been preserved & displayed with such pristine care & concern. It is amazing to see the loving detail & care that has been put into providing such a historical visual masterpiece of artistry & history, which has been beautifully preserved to share with all who visit. The Aurora Regional Fire Museum is so very appealing to everyone from small children to adults...all ages. There are so many special areas of interest & excitement to children (& adults), which can provide hours of entertainment (incl. touch screens with video, hands-on mechanical stations & toys). David & Debbie are two (2) very special people in the Aurora community (amongst all other team members who share their time & efforts in the museum) who have put an tremendous amount of care & compassion into The Aurora Regional Fire Museum. Definitely take children, family & friends to The Aurora Regional Fire Museum!! You'll have an awesome time & make some new memorable moments to cherish!! - Go visit sometime soon! read more

This is a cute little stop for kids. My two year old son loves the playroom upstairs and could stay for hours! He also loves the fire hat he got on the way out! We even stopped for a tour of the real fire station next door. They were amazing with kids. If you have a fire truck enthusiast in your house like I do, this is a fun stop! read more

If you haven't been to the Aurora Fire Museum, you are certainly missing out !! David and Debby are two of the nicest people you'll meet. They're happy to share their passion and knowledge of Fire Department History. The facility and displays are incredible. read more

My 3.5 year old son had a blast when we visited this museum today. He really enjoyed the recently opened children's room, which has a lot of emergency vehicles, books, and an art area. Dressing up as a fireman and "driving" the ride-on fire truck was his favorite activity. The museum has plenty to entertain adults as well. We plan to visit again! read more