Flames of Change – How Galt Burned and Rose from the Ashes
Since the first European settlers arrived at the confluence of Mill Creek and the Grand River, fire has been a constant threat to a growing community.
On Saturday, May 3, 2025 - to mark Emergency Preparedness Week - the Fire Hall Museum along with many community partners highlighted the major fires in the 1800s, 1900s and early 2000s that impacted the Cambridge downtown that we know today, and how we have and can all work together to prepare for and recover from emergencies.
Learn more about Flames of Change
Flames of Change event Sparks Fire Safety in Cambridge
Flames of Change Explores How Fires Shaped Cambridge's Core
Galt history comes alive during annual Jane's Walks
Flames of Change on the Mike Farwell Show (Interview at 36:19)
Residents experience how Cambridge's core was shaped by Flames of Change: Photo Gallery
From ashes to action: Exhibit connects historic Galt fires to future safety – CTVNews
On Saturday, May 3, 2025 - to mark Emergency Preparedness Week - the Fire Hall Museum along with many community partners highlighted the major fires in the 1800s, 1900s and early 2000s that impacted the Cambridge downtown that we know today, and how we have and can all work together to prepare for and recover from emergencies.
Learn more about Flames of Change
Flames of Change event Sparks Fire Safety in Cambridge
Flames of Change Explores How Fires Shaped Cambridge's Core
Galt history comes alive during annual Jane's Walks
Flames of Change on the Mike Farwell Show (Interview at 36:19)
Residents experience how Cambridge's core was shaped by Flames of Change: Photo Gallery
From ashes to action: Exhibit connects historic Galt fires to future safety – CTVNews
Here's Some of What Happened on May 3, 2025
Partners
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Thank you to the City of Cambridge 2025 Community Grants Program for their support of Flames of Change.
Friends of Flames of Change
We invite you to shop at these downtown businesses - where you just might find more fire history, souvenirs and gift items, or sweet treats!
The Mixologists at 13 Food & Beverage have crafted a special cocktail - The Alarm Bell - especially for Flames of Change ... to purchase and enjoy with lunch, dinner or an afternoon break while you are visiting downtown Cambridge.
Encore Threads & Treasures
Krajewski Gallery
Reids Chocolates
13 Food & Beverage
The Witty & Co
We invite you to shop at these downtown businesses - where you just might find more fire history, souvenirs and gift items, or sweet treats!
The Mixologists at 13 Food & Beverage have crafted a special cocktail - The Alarm Bell - especially for Flames of Change ... to purchase and enjoy with lunch, dinner or an afternoon break while you are visiting downtown Cambridge.
Encore Threads & Treasures
Krajewski Gallery
Reids Chocolates
13 Food & Beverage
The Witty & Co
Thank You
Thank you to all our community partners - especially their volunteers and staff - who helped to welcome the community to Flames of Change.
City of Cambridge
Mayor and Council Office
City of Cambridge Archives
Cambridge Emergency Management
Cambridge Fire Department
Facilities Management
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
Recreation and Culture
Cambridge Library Old Post Office
Conestoga College Pre-Service Firefighter Program
Jane’s Walk Waterloo Region
Region of Waterloo
Paramedic Services
Region of Waterloo Museums
Waterloo Regional Police Service
Tactik 360
Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades
Organizing Committee on behalf of the Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre
Rob Brisson
Ray Martin
Ingrid Talpak
Thank you to all our community partners - especially their volunteers and staff - who helped to welcome the community to Flames of Change.
City of Cambridge
Mayor and Council Office
City of Cambridge Archives
Cambridge Emergency Management
Cambridge Fire Department
Facilities Management
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
Recreation and Culture
Cambridge Library Old Post Office
Conestoga College Pre-Service Firefighter Program
Jane’s Walk Waterloo Region
Region of Waterloo
Paramedic Services
Region of Waterloo Museums
Waterloo Regional Police Service
Tactik 360
Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades
Organizing Committee on behalf of the Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre
Rob Brisson
Ray Martin
Ingrid Talpak
