The Museum of History and Industry is dedicated to the history of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. One of their offerings is called the “Mohai Minute” which focuses on a specific event or building in the area. In this Mohai Minute, learn the history of the Ballard Fire Station #18, which is now the Hi-Life restaurant.
The history of the Ballard Firehouse
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There are some very cool pictures of this at the new Ballard firestation . Plus, I think I know that bass player. My dad lived across the street from the firehouse in the twenties, and they did in fact, have a dalmation dog….and all the neighborhood kids would run after the fire engine to the fires. When I was a kid, they still had the stalls visible. If you look at the old pictures, you will notice that there are NO supporting upright beams. Take a look around next time you go in. A portion of the fire pole is still in evidence as well.