Museum of Fire
Highlights
- Explore the intriguing history of firefighting at the Museum of Fire, where stories of bravery come alive.
- Engage with interactive exhibits that captivate children, ensuring endless fun while learning about fire safety.
- Climb aboard fire truck cabins in the junior firefighter’s area, sparking imagination and adventure for young visitors.
- Enjoy a family-friendly day out in Penrith, complete with picnic areas and convenient facilities for a hassle-free experience.
Step inside the Museum of Fire and you will find yourself immersed in the intriguing world of fire and firefighting. Traversing the history of the firefighting in Australia from military brigades and insurance brigades – to the formation of Fire and Rescue NSW as the organisation we know them as today.
The perfect day out for the family is here with a rich and fascinating pass to discover of one of our key emergency services whilst the children have endless fun with our various videos, interactive elements and last but not least, our junior firefighter’s area with fire truck cabins the kids can climb in ready to head into action.
There is something for everyone at the Museum of Fire.
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Accreditations
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
Features
Activities
Tags
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
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