Friendship Firehouse Museum

Alexandria


This 1855 Italianate firehouse displays historic firefighting gear – a great draw for kids. Local legend has it that George Washington helped found this volunteer fire company, served as its captain and even paid for a new fire engine.

Take the trolley from King St station.

Transportation

  • metro: Blue, Yellow Line to King St-Old Town

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