The Old Central Fire Station opened in 1926 at 318 North Greene Street. When it was at peak use-- pre mid 1950's-- it housed not only the fire trucks but also an elaborate alarm system, a garage, and a training tower. It closed in 1980, being replaced by the Church Street Station. Fortunately, several of these early fire stations have been preserved in Greensboro. This one, dwarfed by the Marriott and only a block away from the JP building, is on the National Register of Historic Places. At one time, this building was home to four fire companies. Now, it is a grand relic of our past. Greensboro's fire fighters are committed to meeting the community's needs and can usually get to a fire in less than seven minutes.
We 're sharing with the Ruby Tuesday crowd.
Here is a photo of an active, Greensboro fire station:
http://www.greensborodailyphoto.com/2009/03/greensboro-fire-station-49-on-friendly-avenue.html
#49 on Friendly Avenue.
Jan
GDP
Posted by: Greensboro Daily Photo | Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 06:13 AM
This is amazing...to see the old mixed in with the new architecture.
My Ruby Tuesday. I do hope to see you drop by for a visit with me today.
Posted by: Hootin' Anni | Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 07:15 AM
Don't you just love it when the builders build around the historical building? I love that in Philly and New York City. Love the photo and the history of it.
My Ruby Tuesday link for you Making life easier.
Posted by: Auntie E | Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 08:04 AM
That is a lovely old building. It's too bad they don't build them like that anymore. What a stark contrast against the plain Marriott Hotel. That one looks like it was built in the 70's. Great selection for RT.
Posted by: Linnea | Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 10:28 AM
I love how the new structure wraps around the old. Striking contrast.
Posted by: barbara farr | Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 09:46 PM