Featured Site: Kenosha Fire Station #4
A West‑Side Landmark Reimagined for the Future
For generations, Kenosha’s west‑side residents have known Fire Station #4 as a steady presence — a place of help, safety, and service. Located at 4810 60th Street, the station has been part of the neighborhood fabric since the 1960s. During Keys to Kenosha, visitors will have the rare chance to step inside this active firehouse, meet the firefighters who serve the community, and see firsthand how modern fire and EMS operations work.
A Station Rooted in Community History
Fire Station #4 first opened on this site in the 1960s, quickly becoming a familiar landmark for nearby families. Many longtime residents remember walking through the station as children, meeting firefighters, or watching engines roll out on calls.
After decades of service, the original building had reached the end of its useful life. In 2022, the City constructed a new station on the same 3.5‑acre site, preserving its long‑standing role in west‑side Kenosha while preparing it for the demands of a growing community.
The mission, however, never changed: protecting and serving Kenosha’s residents and businesses.
A Modern Facility Built for Today’s Firefighters
Completed in 2022, the new Fire Station #4 is a state‑of‑the‑art public safety facility designed around modern firefighting and emergency response. Its contemporary architecture emphasizes durability, efficiency, and functionality, all essential for a station that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Key features include:
- Updated apparatus bays for engines, equipment, and rescue vehicles
- Improved fleet maintenance areas to support the department’s growing needs
- Firefighter living quarters designed for comfort and readiness
- Expanded training spaces for continuous skill development
- A five‑story training tower, one of the station’s most recognizable features
The training tower is more than an architectural landmark. It provides realistic, hands‑on training for firefighters and serves as a regional resource used by local colleges, law enforcement agencies, and neighboring fire departments. Its presence strengthens emergency preparedness across southeastern Wisconsin.
What Visitors Will Experience During Keys to Kenosha
Fire Station #4 is a working firehouse — not a staged exhibit — and that’s part of what makes this Keys to Kenosha stop so compelling. Visitors will see the tools, technology, and teamwork behind emergency response, including:
- Fire engines and equipment up close
- The Kenosha Fire Department’s nationally recognized EMS services
- Daily routines and responsibilities of firefighters
- Insights into fire and EMS career paths
Fire Department personnel will lead guided tours throughout the event. Visitors will be grouped as they arrive, with tours beginning once approximately 10–15 people have gathered. Tours will cycle continuously to accommodate as many guests as possible.
Because the station remains fully active, firefighters may be called away at any moment. If an emergency arises, response always comes first — a real‑time reminder of the work these professionals do every day.
Why Fire Station #4 Joined Keys to Kenosha
The Kenosha Fire Department chose to participate in Keys to Kenosha to open its doors, connect with residents, and strengthen community relationships. A visit to Fire Station #4 is more than a look at equipment or architecture — it’s a chance to meet the people behind the uniforms and understand the dedication that drives their service.
Whether you’ve always loved fire trucks, remember visiting a station as a child, want to learn more about EMS, or are simply curious about one of Kenosha’s newest public safety facilities, Fire Station #4 offers a meaningful and memorable experience.
Unlock the Station
During Keys to Kenosha, discover how this west‑side landmark has been rebuilt for the future while continuing a tradition of service more than half a century strong. Fire Station #4 remains exactly what it has always been: a place where Kenosha’s firefighters stand ready to help whenever they’re needed.