Fired Up: 150 Years of Service & Stories

Join Illinois Central College for a community celebration honoring the 150th anniversary of the Peoria Fire Department. This family-friendly event will showcase local history, spotlight today’s heroes, and inspire the next generation of firefighters.

• Hear stories from retired and active firefighters
• Learn about the Fire Science Program at ICC
• Meet students, faculty, and alumni
• Explore a fire truck up close
• View historical photos and interactive displays
• Enjoy light refreshments and community connections

Help us reach our goal of collecting 150 donations—blankets or non-perishable food items—in honor of 150 years of service.