Fire Station No. 6 (Atlanta) facts for kids
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Fire Station No. 6
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Fire Station No. 6 (2016)
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 Location in Atlanta
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| Location | 39 Boulevard Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
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| Built | 1894 |
| Architect | Bruce & Morgan |
| Architectural style | Romanesque Revival |
| Part of | Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park (ID74000677) |
| Added to NRHP | May 2, 1974 |
Fire Station No. 6 is a very old and important fire station building in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It was built way back in 1894. The building was designed by a company called Bruce & Morgan.
This fire station is special because it's the oldest fire station building in Atlanta that stands by itself. It's located in a neighborhood called Sweet Auburn. Today, it's part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. This means it's an important historical place.
A Look Back: Fire Station History
This historic fire station was designed by the architectural firm Bruce & Morgan. It was built in 1894. The building is a two-story structure made of brick. It was built in a style called Romanesque Revival style. This style often uses round arches and strong, solid shapes.
The station is located where Boulevard and Auburn Avenue meet. This area is in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood.
Breaking Barriers: First African American Firefighters
Fire Station No. 6 was the first fire station in Atlanta to hire African American firefighters. This was a very important step. It helped to break down barriers in the city.
The station served the neighborhood for many years. By 1986, it was the oldest fire station still working in Atlanta.
From Fire Station to Museum
In 1991, Fire Station No. 6 closed its doors as an active fire station. A few years later, in 1995, the building was fixed up. It was turned into a museum.
This museum teaches visitors about the history of desegregation in the Atlanta Fire Department. Desegregation means ending the separation of people based on their race. The museum shows how the fire department became more fair for everyone.
Inside the museum, you can see some cool things. These include two of the station's original shiny brass firepoles. You can also see a very old 1927 American LaFrance fire engine.
Today, Fire Station No. 6 is still the oldest freestanding fire station building in Atlanta. It is an important part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. It stands right next to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
