Rossland Fire Hall - Rossland, BC
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The old Rossland City Hall/Fire Hall is located one block north of Columbia Avenue at 2115 Queen St.
Waymark Code: WMFYP1
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 12/18/2012
Views: 3
One of the prime reasons for Rossland’s incorporation in 1897 was the growing need for better fire protection. In early 1900, construction of the brick building was completed. The three large arched doors guaranteed quick departure from the hall. Horses, which pulled the hose carts, were kept in stables in the back and men had quarters on the floor above.
For a time City Hall occupied part of the rear of the building. In 1992 the British Columbia Firefighters Museum moved into the building, but has since moved on, leaving the building empty. It is presently offered for sale.
This building is registered in the Rossland Heritage Register.
Type of Marker: Cultural
Type of Sign: Historic Site or Building Marker
Describe the parking that is available nearby: Street parking and parking lots nearby
What Agency placed the marker?: Rossland Heritage Commission
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