Delaware Historical Fire Society

08/21/2026

Steady progress on Engine 21-3! 🛠️

The heart of the rig is back where it belongs! Massive shoutout to for Stop n Go Automotive installing the motor and transmission. Wiring and plumbing are underway now, bringing us one step closer to the first start in years.

At the same time, Vassallo’s Welding and Fabrication is tackling the officer’s side restoration and helping fab up custom powertrain mounts to keep everything fitting like a glove.

We’re proud to save this piece of Delaware firefighting history. Keep following along as the progress continues!🚒

08/21/2026

Come out and support this great show!

The DelMar Antique Fire Apparatus Association's 5th Annual Fall Muster and Firematic Flea Market on Sunday October 11, 2026 is just around the corner. This is our biggest event. Last years Fall Muster had 50 pieces of apparatus in attendance. The event will be held at Sudlersville Volunteer Fire Company, 203 N Church St., Sudlersville, MD. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from the SVFC.
Event details and registration information: https://tinyurl.com/DAFAA-Fall26MusterFlyer
Contact for more details: [email protected]

08/09/2026

08/03/2026

A big thank you to Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home for their generous donation of a brand-new toolbox to the Delaware Historical Fire Society!

Support like this is what keeps our organization moving forward, and we're incredibly grateful to have businesses like Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home investing in Delaware's firefighting history.

As we continue to grow, we're always looking for individuals, businesses, and organizations who want to be a part of our mission. Whether it's donating tools, supplies, equipment, services, or helping sponsor one of our projects, every contribution helps us preserve Delaware's firefighting legacy for future generations.

If you'd like to support the Delaware Historical Fire Society, we'd love to hear from you! Send us a message or visit our website to learn more about getting involved.

Thank you again to Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home for helping us keep history alive!

08/01/2026

Happy 1st Anniversary to the Delaware Historical Fire Society! 🎉

One year ago, we set out with a simple goal: preserve Delaware's firefighting history before it's gone forever.

It's been an incredible first year. We've met so many great people, added some amazing pieces to our collection, and have continued working toward our goal of opening a museum dedicated to Delaware's fire service. We couldn't have done any of it without your support, and for that, we're truly grateful.

Now it's time for Year 2!

This year, our goal is to get out and meet as many people in the Delaware fire service as possible. We want to visit firehouses, attend events and conferences, display our antique apparatus, and share what the Delaware Historical Fire Society is all about. We want to build relationships across the state and continue growing this organization together.

If you believe Delaware's firefighting history is worth preserving, we'd love to have you join us.

👉 Become a member today by visiting our website! Every membership helps us preserve artifacts, restore historic apparatus, and move one step closer to opening a permanent museum dedicated to Delaware's firefighting history.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the last year. We can't wait to see what Year 2 brings!

Here's to preserving the past and inspiring the future. 🚒

The Delaware Historical Fire Society exists to protect and celebrate the history of firefighting in the First State. Guided by our belief in “Delaware’s Firefighting Legacy Preserved in Time,” we preserve, restore, and display historical firefighting apparatus, equipment, and memorabilia for t...

07/30/2026

Thinking of joining our organization? Want to see what we are up to? Our quarterly board meeting will be August 30th open to members and we will have the doors open to others thinking about joining. Also we will have apparatus on display if you’d like to come down and take photos. The meeting will be open to members only; however we will have applications on hand. Members that own apparatus are encouraged to bring them.

Location is 510 Dogtown Rd Townsend Delaware.

07/21/2026

Pump Primers - July 2026
Harrisburg, PA

📸 Stanley Jaworski

07/18/2026

We are all set up at the Marvel Carriage Museum in Georgetown for their 12th annual fire truck show. Stop by and check it out.