Los Angeles County Fire Museum

06/03/2026

Feeling a little Patriotic!

06/03/2026

Retired LACOFD Captain Scotty Watson re applying the Engine Company Number to our old Engine 57. We recently had the old paint polished up and the diamond plate painted. We aren’t going to perform a full restoration on this 1950 International Coast anytime soon but we are cleaning up the exterior and will be doing a mechanical “restoration” so we can drive, pump and have fun with this classic.

06/01/2026

A heartbreaking anniversary of an unspeakable tragedy. Still can’t wrap our heads around this. Our hearts continue to poor out to the Carlon family and to our Brother Arnie Sandoval and his family and all affected by that terrible day.

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

Time to clean and shine some nickel plating!

05/25/2026

Today we solemnly remember and give thanks to those who gave all for us and our great Nation.

05/23/2026

Treasure.

05/23/2026

Exciting day!!

05/23/2026

Exciting day!!

05/22/2026

We are saddened to learn of Ken’s passing. He had a great deal of influence on so many of us He’s been our mentor for 30 years. Luckily my Brother and I got to spend a day with him last month. His legacy will live on in our hearts and in every restoration we do. Thank you Ken.

It is with extreme sadness we tell you we lost a legend last night. Ken Soderbeck passed away at the age of 90. He mentored/taught so many of us and was extremely talented. I swear there was nothing he could not do. Whenever Andy encountered a problem he could not solve, he would call Ken and have his answer. Many of us have shared a meal at the elephant barn in Jackson and South St. We will miss his wisdom, his calm manner and his great talent. He leaves behind his wife Agnes and step-daughter Gail. There is now a big hole in the fire engine world.