Berea College Fire Department

Collection

Identifier: RG 05-5.21

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Records and historical materials of the Berea College Fire Deparment including notices, written histories about the department, and memorandum.

Dates

created: 1914-1994

Creator

Berea College (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Records can be accessed through the Reading Room, Berea College Special Collections and Archives, Hutchins Library, Berea College.

Conditions Governing Use

There are no restrictions on the collection other than federal copyright regulations.

Extent

1.00 boxes_(general)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Starting in 1899, a fire brigade made up of students and known as the "Bucket Brigade," was established on campus and responded to calls both on and off campus. Formally established in 1905 by the College, the Fire Department served the campus and the city and was staffed by students. In 1966, the City of Berea took over responsibilities for operating the fire department ending what many affectionally referred to as the "College Fire Department."