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, 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 15 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)

The Museum is no longer open to the public for tours.  

Our public outreach is now performed exclusively by taking our trucks to events and shows where they may be enjoyed by the public.  

Admission to the museum is free.