The Reliance Fire Museum is a 501(c)3 not for profit corporation dedicated to the restoration, display, and preservation of antique fire apparatus and related equipment.

Founded in 1994 by Douglas Klink Jr, the Museum continues under his direction today, showcasing symbols of America's firefighting efforts from the last century. Each piece of apparatus carries with it a colorful history that reveals a designers dream, a firefighters tireless work and a communities pride. Those elements are brought to life during Museum tours.

The community of Estes Park is a popular travel destination for local, regional and national visitors thanks to the proximity of Rocky Mountain National Park, which provides a spectacular backdrop from each window of the museum.

Our 12,000 square foot museum building contains approximately 18 pieces of apparatus, and several static displays of one-of-a-kind and retired firefighting artifacts.

Business end of the 1938 Ahrens Fox HT (Sandusky, OH)

Museum tours are available by appointment, or during public museum hours from 10am - 12pm on the third Saturday of the month (changes seasonally).

Car clubs and collectors are often invited to the public museum hours and may provide an additional opportunity during your visit to see collections not normally on public display.

Check our Event Page frequently for details on special events.

Admission to the museum is free.