Firehouses are a big part of American history, and there are many historical firehouses that are still in operation that firemen consider their home away from home. Others are still standing, but are being used for other purposes.
Cincinnati, Ohio has 22 historical firehouses. Most of the ones that are dated before 1890 have been turned into other things, such as little shops or apartments, and the firehouses have been moved to modern buildings. The ones that were built after 1890 are still in operation. In 1898, a firehouse opened in Elmira, New York. This historical firehouse still stands today, but is not in use. It is, however, undergoing a restoration process so that it may be reopened as a museum and learning center.
In North Carolina, the New Bern Atlantic Hook and Ladder Company firehouse was opened on May 14, 1845. When the Civil War began, many left the station to fight for the Confederate side. The Union captured New Bern and took over the firehouse. After the war ended, many came back and wanted to return to their old firehouse, which had been renamed the New Bern Steam Fire Company No. 1. In 1868, the Amoskeag was given to No. 1. It was a new steam engine that was big enough for the city. When a fire broke out downtown, officials knew they needed another. They traded the Amoskeag for a Button Engine, changing the company's name again to the No. 1 Button Company. This firehouse is still standing today, bearing this same name.
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