We are a group of teens, parents, and community members dedicated to preserving the Old Fire House Teen Center, a vital community space for teens and a culturally historic part of the PNW music scene that is now facing permanent closure.
The Redmond Old Fire House Teen Center (or OFH) has served the community since the 90s, playing a key role in the early careers of many successful musicians and bands. Today the OFH has continued to provide a safe and unique community space for teens ages 13-18 from Redmond and surrounding communities. The OFH has been heavily relied upon by neurodivergent, LGBTQ, and at-risk youth. The OFH serves all teens regardless of economic status - free of charge, offering use of a full digital recording studio, performance stage, game room/lounge, and outdoor social area with a basketball court. For generations teens have thrived in this space, with opportunities for leadership, art and music lessons, and countless other valuable workshops. The OFH also continued to offer open mic and live performances and concerts - sadly the last show was March 21, 2025, and the City of Redmond has locked the doors without providing a valid-evidence based reason for the closure. Please look at our Facts and Timeline and our Events page for more details on the backwards and secretive decision making process the City of Redmond is engaging in.
Most importantly, this space is a place for teens by teens and is actually somewhere teens want to go. The City has not developed a sufficient replacement and, while stating the building is safe for occupancy, blames the age of the building on its swift decision to move teen "services" to the Community Center and "other municipal buildings," before creating any acceptable replacement or conducting a building inspection. The teens have been ignored by decision makers. We cannot let our elected officials bully our teens! Join us in advocating for its future and ensuring our teens have a safe and inclusive place where they can continue to thrive.
Community Importance
The Old Fire House Teen Center is a culturally historic space vital for local youth engagement and development, and its closure would severely impact our community's resources for teens.
Take Action
We are rallying support to ensure the Old Fire House Teen Center remains open, providing invaluable programs and a safe gathering place for our youth in Redmond.
Fill out the City's Teen Services Questionnaire: express your support for saving OFH in this Questionnaire that the City is using to collect data, that will inform their decision-making in regards to OFH.
Check out our Events page for more ways to get involved!
Email us directly: saveofh@gmail.com
Sign the Petition to Save OFH!
Join us in the fight to preserve The Old Fire House Teen Center for future generations!
Community Advocacy Efforts
Support our mission to keep the teen center open and accessible to all.
Cultural Heritage Protection
Help us protect this vital community space that serves our youth and culture.
Youth Programs Continuation
Advocate for alternative programs that truly meet the needs of our teens.
Teens and Community Members Speak Out at City Council