New Bern Firemen’s Museum

The New Bern Firemen’s Museum offers a rich educational experience for families and school groups interested in the history of firefighting. Housed in a historical two-story firehouse, the museum features interactive exhibits, memorabilia, and storytelling about the city's fire history. It's an appealing destination for homeschoolers to engage in unique hands-on learning opportunities, meet "Fred," the famous fire horse, and gain insights into the operation of one of the oldest fire companies in the U.S. Located in downtown New Bern, the museum provides a valuable educational setting and a captivating way to explore historical fire prevention methods and community safety practices.