Aquarius Fire Museum Honors Veterans and Firefighters

The Aquarius #1 Fire Museum in Peterborough, NH is using the engraved brick program as a way of honoring two very important groups of people-veterans who have given their lives to protect our freedom, and firefighters who have either given their lives to save others or continue to risk their safety daily in service to others. The memorial park where the bricks and markers are installed is divided into sections-Veterans (which spans World War I, World War II, The Korean War, and the Viet Nam War), Deceased Firefighters, Honorary Firefighters, Firefighters of the Year, and a Family Section. The park is located at the Peterborough Fire Department Complex.

Loved ones of these veterans and firefighters can purchase an engraved brick or granite marker to recognize and honor them. The money raised is being used to restore the museum building and antique fire equipment.

This program has sparked community interest and involvement, with people in their 60's and 70's buying bricks for siblings who were killed in World War II. Stories of community members who courageously fought for our country have resurfaced and are being told again. Visitors go to the park to remember loved ones and reflect on the past. In many cases, the individuals honored in the park do not have gravesites that their loved ones can visit, and the park serves that important purpose.