Building History
Following the construction of the Erie Canal (1825), the railroad depot (1853) and the uniquely designed Lift Bridge over the Canal (1914) there was tremendous growth in the number of families and new businesses that settled in the village and surrounding area. Fairport became a popular spot for travelers.
Since the village was now split in half by the canal and railroad tracks, it became necessary to have a firehouse on both the north and south sides to better protect citizens and property.
The Northside Firehouse was constructed in 1938 and served the community until 1975 when a larger and more modern firehouse was constructed on the north side of the village to accommodate larger fire trucks and equipment.
The building at 113 N. Main St continued to serve the community as a maintenance and storage facility for both the fire department and village until the mid-1980’s when the Perinton Food Shelf located there. The Food Shelf remained in the building for three decades until their move at the end of 2016 to a larger location.
Carolyn and Paul Robbins purchased 113 North Main Street in early 2017. They have committed themselves to maintaining its character, features, spirit and history. This can be seen throughout the renovated building in everything from re-purposing the shelving from the food shelf to the display of firefighting memorabilia and the building’s iconic fire-engine-red front doors.
Firehouse Wood Works was created with a strong desire to continue to serve the Fairport community. By maintaining the character, charm and history of 113 N. Main Street, we hope to provide a warm and welcoming place to visit, shop and make new friends. It is our ambition to make it a place to create lasting memories and relationships.