Flint Fire Department HQ, E 5th Street, Flint 1961

This authentic 1960s color photograph, captured in 1961, showcases the Flint Fire Department Headquarters located on E 5th Street in Flint, Michigan. The archival image highlights the building’s striking mid-century modern municipal architecture, defined by its flat roofline, tan brick exterior, and a prominent second-story facade featuring bright red rectangular panels and large windows. The ground floor consists of multiple glass-paneled apparatus bay doors designed for rapid deployment of fire engines. A white marble or stone vertical tower adds a clean, geometric contrast to the primary structure. The wet asphalt of E 5th Street in the foreground reflects the overcast sky, while a pristine green lawn and young saplings frame the station. Constructed during an era of significant urban investment in Flint, this station served as the central hub for the city’s fire protection services. The Flint Fire Department Headquarters is still standing today at the same location, remaining an active and vital piece of the city’s emergency infrastructure while preserving its original 1960s architectural character. This factual record captures the intersection of mid-century functional design and public safety in one of Michigan’s major industrial cities. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.