African American Firefighter Museum

15 reviews

+1 (213) 744-1730

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1401 S Central Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90021

+1 (213) 744-1730

https://www.aaffmuseum.org

The African American Fire Fighter Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, conserving and sharing the heritage of African American firefighters.The Museum is housed at old Fire Station 30. This station, which was one of two segregated fire stations in Los Angeles, between 1924 and 1955, was established in 1913, to serve the Central Ave community.

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4.515 reviews

Nadine C.

7/2/2017

Free admission to this Hidden Gem! We happened to be across the street, taking photos of the Coca-Cola Building (in the Industrial District of Los Angeles), when we saw the African-American...

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Sheila W.

8/12/2023

What an amazing experience we had during the tour. The museum is located in downtown Los Angeles. I've always wanted to visit this historic location and was honored to have the opportunity. Two...

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Jane D.

6/4/2023

WOW! We had the best tour and my mind was blown in the best ways possible. I would highly recommend visiting the museum.

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FestaTe M.

8/27/2023

Was just here for a Sunday tour. It was a great experience Reggie the tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable. The building is filled with fascinating stories and will make you want to learn more...

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Christine A.

11/27/2012

This historic firehouse, which is about to turn 100 years old next year, was the first all-African-American segregated fire station in L.A. Today it is a free museum, the only one in America...

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