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Our new challenge coins are back in stock, after selling out at the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo (SAFRE) in August. They’re $10 each and available on our web site or at the fire museum (open every second Saturday) or the Keeter Training Center during weekday business hours. These are planned to be available in perpetuity, […]

Retired Engineer (Lt.) Phillip M. Pearce (1970-1990) passed away yesterday, October 3, 2023. He was 82 years old and the grandfather of Senior Firefighter Dexter Pearce. He was also related to other RFD members, including his first cousin, retired Captain C.A. Lloyd. A graveside service will be held at Montlawn Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. […]

The Raleigh Fire Museum is planning an antique fire engine muster in conjunction with our second-Saturday museum opening on Saturday, October 14, 2023, and during Fire Prevention Week. Do you or does your FD want to bring an antique and participate? Complete this registration form. The location is the fire training center at 105 Keeter […]

This Saturday, September 9, is the second Saturday of the month. The Raleigh Fire Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We’re located at 105 Keeter Center Drive, just south of downtown. Admission is free. Restrooms are available. Parking on the street.

This week is a big week in Raleigh with the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo. Here’s your starter pack on what’s happening with the Raleigh Fire Museum at SAFRE and related activities. Show floor hours are Friday from 10 to 5, and Saturday from 9 to 2. Our booth will be located at Booth 316. […]

The Raleigh Fire Department congratulates these newly retired and newly promoted members: Retirements July 1, 2023 Captain Joshua Petty, with 18.41 years of service Lieutenant Chris Sutton, with 22.66 years Senior Firefighter Thomas Johnson, with 24.08 years Senior Firefighter Kelly L. Holland, with 14.76 years June 1 Captain Christopher Smith, with 22.58 years Lieutenant Jeffrey […]