Central Ohio Fire Museum and Night at the Fire Museum

Housed in a restored 1908 firehouse, the Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center is a hidden gem in downtown Columbus. It’s such a fun place to take kids, and it’s perfect for when you just want to spend an hour or two.

Located at 260 N. 4th St., the museum is dedicated to preserving the history of firefighting in Central Ohio while educating children and families about fire safety and prevention. Engine House #16 was the last fire station built to house the horse-drawn steam engines.

Visitors can explore antique fire trucks, historic equipment, and life-size exhibits that showcase how firefighting has evolved over time. The museum’s interactive safety education space helps teach kids how to react in emergency situations and how to prevent fires in their homes.

Admission and discounts

Admission prices: Adults $8, Seniors $7, Children $6

Museums for All discounts. Show your EBT card and photo ID and get admission for $3 or less during operating hours. We love this museum! Read more about the Museums for All program.

Night at the Fire Museum

Get hands-on at the Fire Museum on Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 4-6 pm. Enjoy hands-on crafts, a fire safety scavenger hunt, ringing our 500lb fire bell, sliding down the fire pole, and even “driving” a fire truck!

Tickets are $8 per non-member and $5 per member (everyone attending must have a ticket). Limited tickets are available!

It’s a great mix of learning and play, with plenty of opportunities to take memorable photos and spark a curiosity for fire safety and firefighting history.

Central Ohio Fire Museum
260 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215

Hourly parking is available south of the museum, behind and to the northeast of the museum.

For more information about the museum and upcoming events, visit: https://www.centralohiofiremuseum.com