A 26,936 sq. ft. fire education center built to educate people of all ages on fire safety. The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum & Educational Center is a historical museum housing the American LaFrance fire truck collection. While the exterior design is reminiscent of traditional fire stations, the interior features high-tech lighting and interactive exhibits for children and adults that explain the history of fire fighting and the importance of fire prevention. The museum is visited by local families, school groups from across the state, and tourists visiting the Charleston area.