The Long Beach Fire Museum, housed in the historic Fire Station No. 10 on Peterson Avenue, preserves and displays the history of the Long Beach Fire Department through antique fire engines, uniforms, tools, photographs, and hands-on exhibits. The museum is free to all visitors and is staffed by knowledgeable docents who are retired firefighters, city workers, and mechanics. Visitors are guided through the collection and encouraged to engage with exhibits, including interactive elements for children such as climbing on firetrucks and trying on fire uniforms. Detailed physical accessibility information is not published on the museum’s official website; however, the venue’s location in a converted historic fire station means prospective visitors with specific mobility or access needs are encouraged to contact the museum in advance.
The museum operates on a limited schedule — Wednesday mornings and the second Saturday of each month — and admission is free for all.
Visitors report that the museum is a warm, welcoming, and intimate space led by passionate volunteer docents who are happy to answer questions and personalize the experience. Some visitors note that the historic fire station building may present navigation challenges for those with mobility needs, and recommend contacting the museum ahead of a visit to discuss any requirements.