@MuseumScotFire

The world's 1st municipal fire service bringing that 5 Star 🔥 to Museums! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates.

 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
museumofscottishfireheritage.org
Joined September 2021
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Families and fire fans can drop in on Wed 6th Aug 12-4 to meet Mac and Coorie. Get an up-close look at the kit these canine crusaders wear, learn about their sniff-and-search techniques, and speak to handler Crew Commander Carroll. Totally free and perfect for kids of all ages😉
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You have questions? We may be able to get you answers! In our series of "Ask a Firefighter" - we let the public ask questions - about firefighting - and we'll get a firefighter to answer it. Drop your questions below?
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We will be closed on Tuesday 4th March and will reopen on Wednesday 5th March. The museum is undergoing some maintenance work on our audio visual equipment and it will require the power to be shut off frequently throughout the day.
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We reopen on Thursday 20 February at 10am! We haven't been idle during our closure period. There are a few new additions to the museum including reading nooks, search and explore bags and an additional baby changing table.
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Temporary Museum Closure Please note that the museum is closed to the public to undergo maintenance. We are unsure at this time when we will reopen. Please check our website and social media accounts for updates.
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Today on 16 January 1978 the first official National Firefighter's Strike came to an end after nine weeks. The strike was about low wages and long work weeks. Over the years the pay had not kept up with the cost of living due to high inflation.
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Thank you to everyone who visited us throughout 2024. It was a banner year which marked: the 200th Bicentennial of the Fire Service and this June we celebrated our 1 year of being open in our new museum. We are now closed for the year Have a Happy Christmas and a joyful New Year
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For one weekend only Santa will be at the Museum! Children will have time to meet with Santa, take photos and receive a gift. The price is £12.50 per child who will receive a gift, adults are free. museumofscottishfireheritage…
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Edinburgh Libraries@TalesOfOneCity25 Oct 2024
We’ve a new Then & Now pic to celebrate 200 years of Edinburgh's Fire Service! This was Leith's Fire Station. It opened in 1877 and became part of Edinburgh Fire Service in 1920 zurl.co/aaG0 Original photo thanks to @MuseumScotFire #FlashbackFriday #Edinburgh900
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The exhibition is only on for one more month. And be sure to check it out and pop into visit us in Leith.
The City of Edinburgh Council@Edinburgh_CC22 Oct 2024
Learn more about the fascinating history at Museum of Edinburgh! You can journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with @MuseumScotFire and part of our #Edinburgh900 celebrations. edinburgh.org/900/ @EdinCulture

Edinburgh 900

Join us as the city celebrates its 900th anniversary through a rich programme of events, talks, tours and tales. There’s something for everyone!

edinburgh.org
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
@fire_scot21 Oct 2024
We're celebrating 200 years of Scottish Fire and Rescue Services! The world's first municipal fire service was formed in Edinburgh in 1824. On Wednesday we will hold a service at St Giles' Cathedral - broadcast live - and other events in the capital. 👉 ow.ly/Ev9y50TQbhp
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The oldest artefact we have in the Museum is called a cleike (pictured here, it's from the 15th c. Cleikes were used to pull down thatch from roofs, haul down burning timbers and unsafe walls. Our cleikes were discovered in the mid 20th c buried in a Edinburgh Castle dungeon.
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If you're looking for something to do this October Break stop by and see us. Free to visit and a nice wee activity for the family. Want to know about what we have to offer check out The Bear and The Fox review. thebearandthefox.com/edinbur…
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
@fire_scot11 Oct 2024
Crew Commander Gary Carroll was invited to attend Holyrood as a Local Hero and was part of celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Scottish Parliament. He joined other Local Heroes from across Scotland who had been invited by their local MSP.

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It's more than a bit chilly outside today. Check out our fire engine socks they are sure to keep wee feet nice and cosy. You can purchase them online or at the museum. museumofscottishfireheritage…
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This afternoon we wanted to show you a side of an appliance most people cannot see (the back of the Greenwich Gem). Here you will see the water and steam pressure gauges. Personally we think that this appliance is not only a useful tool, but a work of art.
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We only have two spaces left for our wee Halloween Party on 31st Oct at 4:30pm museumofscottishfireheritage…
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Our #TinyTreasures is Quaich it is a recent donation all the way from Texas. And not just any Quaich - this one was made from the remains of the Tron Kirk bell that was destroyed during the Great Fire of Edinburgh in 1824. #ScottishMuseumsDay #SFRS200Years
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Did you know that shipping Christmas Cards to arrive on time takes a bit of planning? Don't worry we have you covered! We have a lovely bespoke Christmas Card in stock both online and in the museum gift shop to get you prepared. museumofscottishfireheritage…
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