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Ayr Fire Station: Then, Now & Always Exhibition at Carnegie Library

Ayr Fire Station: Then, Now & Always Exhibition at Carnegie Library

Promotional image for the Ayr Fire Station: Then, Now, Always exhibition, celebrating the history of Ayr Fire Station from the 1800s to the present day. The poster includes historic photographs of horse-drawn fire engines and an early fire appliance, images of old fire service uniforms, helmets and memorabilia, a photograph of the modern Ayr Fire Station, and the Strathclyde Fire Brigade emblem. Text highlights historical facts, rare photographs and artefacts on display. The exhibition is hosted at Carnegie Library, Ayr, with the tagline: Discover • Remember • Celebrate.
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The History of Ayr Fire Station from the 1800s to the present day.
Discover, Remember, Celebrate! Explore the people, events and equipment that have shaped our community.

  • Historical Facts
  • Rare photographs
  • Old uniforms
  • Helmets
  • Memorabilia and more


The exhibition will be available to view during Carnegie Library’s opening hours. A member of the Fire and Rescue Service will be available between 10am and 3pm to answer any questions.

Opening Hours:
Monday: 9am – 5pm
Tuesday: 9am – 7pm
Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 7pm
Friday: 9am – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm

This exhibition will be on display in Carnegie Library from 5 to 9 October 2026.

Free, drop-in | Suitable for all ages | Everyone welcome

Additional Information

Accessible rooms
Cyclist welcome
Disabled access
Free Wi-Fi
Walkers welcome
Monday 5 October - Friday 9 October 2026
See listing for times
Suitable for all ages
Free
Carnegie Library, 12 Main Street, Ayr KA8 8EB
+44(0)1292 286 385
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