22 Central Street
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
978-526-7230
Constructed in 1885 to house Seaside No. 1, the Manchester-by-the-Sea's first horsedrawn fire engine, this handsome building on Central Street later became headquarters for the Manchester Police Department. The Police vacated Seaside No. 1 in 1970 and the Historical Society stepped forward to preserve the building. It now serves as a museum and home for the town’s two antique engines, the Torrent, a hand pumper built in 1832, and Seaside No. 2, a horsedrawn steam pumper acquired in 1902. The first floor of the building also contains a collection of firefighting equipment as well as memorabilia about both the fire and police departments.
Hours:
Please call the Manchester Historical Museum at 978-526-7230 for hours.
Admission:
Entrance to the permanent exhibit is free. Tours should be set-up by calling 978-526-7230 prior to visiting. Tours are free for members and $5 per person for non-members.