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"The No.1 Firehall"
10" X 14"
Edition Qty. 400 - $60.00
First constructed in 1890 in downtown Lethbridge, this intriguing building
is the oldest brick firehall in Alberta. In this 1908 view the structure
is shown after being rebuilt out of the original material, on its former
site. Here, we see a recreated scene of the Fire Hall with a horse drawn
ladder wagon, its crew and a handful of curious onlookers. Enhanced by
the Western sunset, this aesthetically pleasing portrays rhythm in its
design with three enormous arched entranceways and repeating windows along
its length. Adorning the roof is an attractive tower with a tin crown that
was used to dry the fire hoses and later to hang the bell.
The No.1 Firehall played a vital role in the development of the community.
It not only housed the Fire Department and a horse stable, but also firefighters
and their families in living quarters above. At one time, it also accommodated
the City Hall, the Police Department, and jail cells. The first meetings
of the Board of Trade (now the Chamber of Commerce) were held here. Since
being declared an Historic Site in 1979, the Fire Hall has been maintained
by a private owner and used for offices and a unique restaurant. The prominent
historic landmark continues to provide people of today with a memorable
link to the past.
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