National Emergency Services Museum facts for kids
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| Established | 8 May 1984 |
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| Location | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England |
| Type | Heritage centre |
| Visitors | 36,000 |
| Nearest parking | Workhouse Lane (Council Car Park) |
The National Emergency Services Museum is a special place in Sheffield, England. It's a museum where you can learn all about the brave people who help us in emergencies. These include the police, firefighters, and ambulance crews.
The museum first opened its doors on May 8, 1984. Back then, it was called the Sheffield Fire and Police Museum. On January 1, 2014, it got its current name, the National Emergency Services Museum.
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Discovering the Museum Building
The museum is located in a really old building. It used to be a police station and a fire station all in one! This building first opened way back in 1900. You can find it near the city centre, where West Bar and West Bar Green roads meet.
The Fire Brigade Observation Tower
One cool thing about the building is its old Fire Brigade observation tower. This is one of only a few left in the whole United Kingdom. Firefighters used these towers to look out for fires across the city. When they spotted smoke, they could quickly send help.
What You Can See at the Museum
The museum has many interesting things to show you. Its collection focuses on "law and order" and "social history."
Law and Order Exhibits
"Law and order" means how rules are kept and how people are protected. You can see old police uniforms, equipment, and even vehicles. These exhibits show how police officers have worked to keep communities safe over the years.
Social History Displays
"Social history" is all about how people lived in the past. The museum shows how emergency services have changed and grown with society. You can learn about the tools and methods used long ago to help people in need.
Run by Volunteers
The museum is a Registered Charity (number 1161866). This means it's a non-profit organization that helps the community. It's mostly run by amazing volunteers who give their time to keep the museum open and exciting. You can visit the museum from Wednesday to Sunday, between 10 AM and 4 PM.
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More Information
- Visit the museum's official website: http://www.visitnesm.org.uk
