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Salisbury Fireman’s Muster
Join us in Salisbury, MA for the annual Fireman’s Muster, a celebration of community, courage, and camaraderie! This exciting event showcases the skill and dedication of local firefighters through thrilling competitions, including hose drills, ladder climbs, and bucket brigade challenges.
Families will enjoy a full day of activities, including demonstrations of firefighting equipment, educational displays, food vendors, and fun games for kids. Meet the brave men and women who protect our town, learn about fire safety, and cheer on teams from across the region as they compete for top honors.
Whether you’re a local or visiting for the weekend, the Fireman’s Muster is a chance to celebrate the spirit of Salisbury while enjoying action-packed entertainment for all ages.
Location: Elm Street, Town Common, Salisbury, MA
Date: September 20, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Bring your family, friends, and community spirit for a day full of excitement and fun!
Salisbury Fireman’s Muster
Join us in Salisbury, MA for the annual Fireman’s Muster, a celebration of community, courage, and camaraderie! This exciting event showcases the skill and dedication of local firefighters through thrilling competitions, including hose drills, ladder climbs, and bucket brigade challenges.
Families will enjoy a full day of activities, including demonstrations of firefighting equipment, educational displays, food vendors, and fun games for kids. Meet the brave men and women who protect our town, learn about fire safety, and cheer on teams from across the region as they compete for top honors.
Whether you’re a local or visiting for the weekend, the Fireman’s Muster is a chance to celebrate the spirit of Salisbury while enjoying action-packed entertainment for all ages.
Location: Elm Street, Town Common, Salisbury, MA
Date: September 20, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Bring your family, friends, and community spirit for a day full of excitement and fun!
Plumas News
Inside The Fire House
By Tom Forster
July 28, 2016
"The word “Muster” dates back into the 1400’s in the military, referring to a “gathering of the troops.” Firefighting musters in America date back to 1849, when the first one recorded was held in Bath, Maine. Five hand powered pumpers competed to see who could pump water the farthest. Hand pumpers were also known as hand tubs, and usually included both a small tank and piston pump. Large numbers of people were required to operate them, and many could pump a stream of water over 200 feet.
Following that event, the gatherings expanded throughout the New England area. The fire ‘companies’, as they were known, enjoyed getting together to compete to prove that their group was the best of all who had come together. Firemen, or ‘fire laddies’, as they were commonly called back then, took great pride in their equipment and team, and long-running rivalries often developed with their neighbors."
Inside The Fire House
By Tom Forster
July 28, 2016
"The word “Muster” dates back into the 1400’s in the military, referring to a “gathering of the troops.” Firefighting musters in America date back to 1849, when the first one recorded was held in Bath, Maine. Five hand powered pumpers competed to see who could pump water the farthest. Hand pumpers were also known as hand tubs, and usually included both a small tank and piston pump. Large numbers of people were required to operate them, and many could pump a stream of water over 200 feet.
Following that event, the gatherings expanded throughout the New England area. The fire ‘companies’, as they were known, enjoyed getting together to compete to prove that their group was the best of all who had come together. Firemen, or ‘fire laddies’, as they were commonly called back then, took great pride in their equipment and team, and long-running rivalries often developed with their neighbors."