Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial

The Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial is a bronze sculpture at the Massachusetts State House grounds featuring detailed artistic work dedicated to firefighters who have died. A Ring of Honor displays engraved bricks with the names of those who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The memorial was inaugurated in 2007 to recognize and honor firefighters across the state who had died in service. Its creation represented an important moment when Massachusetts formally dedicated a permanent space to their memory.

The site hosts annual ceremonies on September 11 where the Greater Boston Firefighters Pipes and Drums band performs, drawing community members to pay respects together. This gathering creates a moment of collective remembrance for those who lost their lives in service.

The memorial is accessible during State House operating hours and provides quiet spaces where visitors can read the inscriptions and engravings thoughtfully. The outdoor setting allows people to spend as much time as they wish examining the Ring of Honor.

Massachusetts drivers can support the memorial through specialized firefighter memorial license plates on their vehicles, with proceeds benefiting the site. This program brings daily recognition to firefighters into the routines of everyday commuting.

Location: Beacon Hill

Inception: 2007

Creator: Robert Shure

Website: https://mafirememorial.org/about

GPS coordinates: 42.35876,-71.06318

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21