Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas

Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas Firehouse #2, in Historic MacArthur Park, has been converted into a Firefighting Museum and Hostel.

Note- 12-15-2020:
Because of the spread of the Covid virus, we have temporarily closed the Firehouse Hostel & Museum. HI Firehouse Hostel & Museum is the first international hostel in central Arkansas. It is located in historic Little Rock Fire Station #2 on Commerce Street in MacArthur Park. The hostel serves as a hub for international and domestic travelers while the museum is dedicated to firef

ighter memorabilia for locals and travelers alike. This 36-bed hostel has separate Women and Mens Dorms, a Family Co-Ed/Wheelchair accessible room, and a private ensuite Captain's Room. The shared spaces include a kitchen, dining room, laundry facilities, and lobby wth a guest computer and free wifi.

02/10/2025

The Little Rock Marathon is coming up in just a couple of weeks. If you’re coming to town and looking for a unique place to stay in downtown Little Rock, check out the Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas

Part of our mission is preserving the history of the fire service in order to educate future generations. Here’s a great...
01/21/2025

Part of our mission is preserving the history of the fire service in order to educate future generations. Here’s a great video from Hagerty about historical fire apparatus like ours at the Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas.

Tom visits one of the last remaining fire engine restoration shops, located in rural Maine. Andy Swift, a retired New York firefighter turned vintage fire en...

01/15/2025
12/22/2024

Thank you everyone who sent cards and donations to the Firehouse Museum & Hostel in honor of my birthday. PayPal is great but sadly I cannot thank some of you personally because I do not have your emails or addresses. Also some of the cards I received with lovely messages were not signed. If any of you read this know that I am very thankful and so is the Firehouse Museum & Hostel. Anncha Briggs

I am so grateful for this wonderful gift from the Firehouse Museum & Hostel. Johnny Reep, current President, presented m...
12/16/2024

I am so grateful for this wonderful gift from the Firehouse Museum & Hostel. Johnny Reep, current President, presented me with this amazing nozzle at my birthday party and fundraiser for the Firehouse Museum & Hostel the other evening. This is such a great nonprofit, such dedicated people to work with. Please support with a contribution if you can. Every little bit helps.

The retirement celebration of firefighting hero Marvin Benton.
12/03/2024

The retirement celebration of firefighting hero Marvin Benton.

A few pictures from Marvin Benton's retirement ceremony at Central Station. Marvin Benton is on the Board of the Firehou...
12/03/2024

A few pictures from Marvin Benton's retirement ceremony at Central Station. Marvin Benton is on the Board of the Firehouse Museum & Hostel.

A fun Friday evening learning about the history of fire fighting with the Quapaw Quarter Association.
10/31/2024

A fun Friday evening learning about the history of fire fighting with the Quapaw Quarter Association.

Our great Board of Directors members attended the Fire Museum Network in Houston.
10/31/2024

Our great Board of Directors members attended the Fire Museum Network in Houston.

10/12/2024

My exhibition “Black Fields” is on the wall at Hearne Fine Art and ready for visitors!! Thank you for visiting.

10/12/2024
Be here!
10/07/2024

Be here!

It's almost time for the Big BOO!seum Bash! This year's spooktacular event takes place on Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Admission is FREE!
Drop by the Old State House Museum for a spook-tacularly memorable experience. Costumes are welcome. Hands-on activities, games, and candy for the family! 🎃

A downtown Little Rock tradition for 29 years, the Big Boo!seum Bash is a safe and accessible Halloween alternative for trick-or-treaters and their families. The 2024 Big BOO!Seum Bash Locations include:
1. Old State House Museum at 300 W. Markham Street with Arkansas State Archives
2. Historic Arkansas Museum at 200 E. 3rd Street
3. Witt Stephens, Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center at 602 President Clinton Ave with Little Rock Zoo.
4. Museum of Discovery at 500 President Clinton Avenue
5. MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History at 503 E. 9th Street with Jacksonville Military Museum and Historic Curran Hall
6. Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts at 501 E. 9th Street
7. Firehouse Museum & Hostel at 1201 Commerce Street with Central Arkansas Library System
8. Mosaic Templars Cultural Center at 9th St. & Broadway with Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

Open until September 15. Submit your design!
09/05/2024

Open until September 15. Submit your design!

08/24/2024
John Fordyce was a founder of the Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas. Memorials in his honor can be sent to: Firehous...
08/21/2024

John Fordyce was a founder of the Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas. Memorials in his honor can be sent to: Firehouse Museum & Hostel of Arkansas, P.O. 2753, Little Rock, AR 72203

View John Rison Fordyce III's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Address

1201 Commerce Street
Little Rock, AR
72202

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 10pm
Tuesday 3pm - 10pm
Wednesday 7am - 10pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10pm

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(501) 476-0294

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Embark on a cultural journey like no other at the Museum & Hostel! 🌍 Our mission is to create a welcoming space where diverse cultures converge, fostering an environment of shared learning and a deeper understanding of our collective history of firefighting 👨‍🚒 Join us in this unique blend of exploration and community at our home away from home 🍀 Can't wait to welcome you to the Museum & Hostel! 🏠✨ #CulturalExchange #HostelLife #ExploreTogether #LittleRock #Arkansas #Firehouse 📞 Call (501) 476 0294 ✉️ [email protected] ✉️ [email protected]

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