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Conversations with the Curator: Frank the Fire Dog
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our exhibits and collections with our lunchtime dialogue series, Conversations with the Curator!
Each month, tune in to explore some of our favorite artifacts, delve into the overarching themes of our galleries, or get a sneak peek into the planning and design of an upcoming exhibit.
On February 28, 2024, join our Curator of Exhibitions for a deep-dive into one of our favorite characters from our Forged by Fire exhibit, Frank the Fire Dog! Frank was the mascot of the Humane Fire Company of Easton between 1871 and 1877. Accounts of the period say he was “the joy of the boys of the Humane” and actively took part in the Company. He went on fire calls and barked if hoses leaked, and even tolerated having his “mustache and tail” dyed pink for parades. Frank was so beloved by the Company that upon his death, the boys taxidermied his body and kept him on display in the firehouse!
Registration is not required for this program. Please visit the provided website for the Zoom link.
Forged by Fire: The Heroism, Honor, and History of Firefighting is supported by our friends at:
Fire Commissioner Sponsor:
County of Northampton
Deputy Chief Sponsor:
Ken & Lois Wildrick
District Chief Sponsor:
Brown-Daub Foundation
Captain Sponsor:
Kressler, Wolff & Miller, Inc.
Finegan Funeral Home
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2156765-0
