Leominster Firefighting

In 1820, a group of Leominster volunteers formed Engine Company No. 1 in the interests of protecting the rights of the settlers in case of fire. Since then, more than 1,400 individuals have served as firefighters for the citizens of Leominster, each of them leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. Leominster Firefighting features images, memorabilia, and photographs from the early days of the hand tubs and horse-drawn hose carts of the 1800s to the 20th century when motorized apparatus arrived. It provides a glimpse into the many traditions that have been passed from one generation to the next and a look into how fire has changed Leominster.

Roger H. LaPointe, a lifelong resident of Leominster, has been a career firefighter since 1982 and is a member of the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1841. In 1986, he began his research into the history of the department and has shared his findings in numerous publications and lectures.