About Us
The Venerable Fire Collection
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
The Venerable Fire Collection is a private museum featuring fire service apparatus, equipment and memorabilia going back to the 1800's.
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
Open to the Public
May through October
2nd Sunday of the month
Hours: 1 pm to 5 pm
We are closed for the season but are still taking reservations for private tours!
Our open house schedule for 2026:
May 10th
June 14th
July 12th
August 9th
September 13th
October 11th
Special group tours by appointment
Call 262-644-5784
Museum Location
Museum Hours of Operation 2026
Museum Location
The Venerable Fire Collection is located in rural Washington County, Wisconsin.
Venerable Fire Collection
4349 Hillside Road
Slinger Wisconsin 53086
Founder Keith Franz Remembered
Photo Gallery
Help Support the Museum
Donatations are greatly appreciated!
The Venerable Fire Collection is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity.
Our mission is one of education and the preservation of fire service history.
You can help us by making a tax deductible donation today!