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The Museum of Fire
Step inside the Museum of Fire and you will find yourself immersed in the intriguing world of fire and firefighting.
OPENING HOURS
9:30am-4:30pm
7 days a week
Closed Good Friday
ANZAC Day open from 1pm
Closed Christmas Day
WHERE TO FIND US
1 Museum Drive
Penrith NSW 2750
Australia
Fire engine rides run every Tuesday and Friday* $3.50 each
*Subject to driver availability. Give us a call on (02) 4731 6468 to confirm
Next scheduled fire engine rides
10am - 2pm Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd April
What's On
Visit
From fire safety displays to fire engines and kid's interactive areas the Museum of Fire has something for all ages! Open 9:30am - 4:30pm daily, plan your visit and discover the fiery exhibitions and displays.
Getting here
Getting here by car
From the M4 Motorway, take the Mulgoa Road exit towards Penrith. Follow Tourist Drive #14 north along Mulgoa Road and Castlereagh Road. The Museum entrance is located 1 km north of the Panthers Entertainment Centre on the right-hand side of the road after the railway underpass bridge. The entrance can easily be identified by a 1942 Dennis fire engine that is raised 4 metres off the ground.
Our collection
Do you have any burning questions about the history of firefighting in Australia? Do you want some help doing some family research? We are here to help! Visit the links below to find out about the history of firefighting in Australia or contact us through our Request for research page if you want a deeper history.
Museum shop latest arrivals
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We have a range of programs and tours at the Museum of Fire. From school education programs for primary schools, vacation care, and homeschool groups we have something for everyone! We also run group tours and FREE monthly guided tours, for more information follow the links below.
Join & support
Do you have an interest in working at or supporting the Museum of Fire? We have plenty of positions available or you can become a member or support us financially to continue the preservation of the history of firefighting in NSW.
