Current Projects

Here are some of the initiatives and ideas we’re working on at the museum.
Want to help? Join a committee, volunteer, or donate!

1942 American LaFrance Fire Engine

We’re restoring Aurora’s first closed cab fire engine!
This 500 series American LaFrance features a pump mounted in the front of the cab andbehind the motor. The pump’s control panel is located on the passenger side of the engine, considered to be a “safety feature” briefly tried and immediately abandoned by American LaFrance at the end of the 1940s. This apparatus was placed in service as Aurora’s Engine 1 and operated out of the Old Central Fire Station. We are hoping to restore this beautiful vehicle and bring it home to the Aurora Regional Fire Museum, where it can once again sit on the apparatus bay floor.

*NEW Exhibit* Staying Safe

Bringing fire safety to the forefront through a hands-on exhibit exploring the various areas of home and life safety

Help us build our new exhibit! Donate your time, skills, or money to the project.

Aurora Firefighters Memorial

A tribute to Aurora’s fallen firefighters.