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Since the successful bond issue of 2001, the City of Alvin has renovated the former post office to house the Alvin Historical Museum. Located at 300 W. Sealy, Alvin, Texas, the museum is a major on-going project of the Alvin Museum Society. Exhibits have been designed and fabricated, first-class movable shelving has been installed, offices have been outfitted with furnishings and basic computer equipment, and a breakroom for volunteers has been completed. Other exhibits are being designed and constructed. Except for the basic renovation costs, the Alvin Museum Society has paid for all other improvements through fundraising and generous in-kind gifts from individuals, local businesses and organizations.

The Alvin Historical Museum and Gift Shop officially opened to the public June 1, 2007. The museum and gift shop are open Thursdays, Fridays and the first Saturday of each month from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Admission is $3.00. The Alvin Museum Gift Shop provides a variety of books and other items.

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Monday, June 05, 2006

Fire Truck

firetruck

Part of Alvin's history is this 1942 Shiny Red Chevrolet Fire Truck. Although it has been "retired" for many years, it still runs. It is the pride and joy of the Alvin Volunteer Fire Department. The department keeps it in storage and displays it on various holidays and during the fire department's open house in December. This picture was taken in December 2004 after an unexpected snowfall.

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