The Burnsville Fire Muster has been around officially since 1980, but the seeds of it were sown in the late 1970s by one man, Roger Jackson, who collected fire equipment, and his friends. They planned an annual summer event where they showed the fire equipment to the neighborhood children, and it was always a rousing success. In 1980, Jackson suggested a fire muster when the city was looking for a city-wide celebration. His suggestion was accepted, and it's been a staple of the summer ever since. Over the years, it's grown and expanded, and there is fire equipment from all over the Midwest. In addition, there is food, a parade, and an activity area for children. There is a fun time to be had by everyone in the community.