Traverse City Fire Fighters Local 646 has restored a 1936 American La
France fire engine to nearly new condition. This Engine was actually in service while the
State
Hospital was up and running. Our
members donate their time to give fire engine rides for certain events
such as Friday Night Live, Special Kid’s Day during Cherry Festival and
bringing Santa Claus downtown for the Christmas gathering. We load up children of all ages and drive them around the block with the light shining and siren blaring. This gives the children the experience of driving down the street on the way to an emergency. This service is provided without charge.