Since the early 1800's in Chester Township, now known as the Township of Moorestown, the citizens of the town have been faithfully served by a volunteer fire department. In 1879 the New Jersey Legislature created Fire Districts to administer fire protection in townships and portions of townships in New Jersey. In September of 1879, Fire District No.1 of the Township of Chester was created to protect the village of Moorestown, which later became Fire District No. 1 of the Township of Moorestown. There are two stations, Hose Company No.1 and Relief Engine Company, within the boundaries of District No.1.

Incorporated on November 14, 1888, Hose Company No. 1 rented a local hall from former fire Commissioner Dr. F.G. Stroud and operated what was known as the "Big Old Engine" housed in the engine house located on the school property on West Second Street. In 1893, the Commissioners provided Hose Company No. 1 with a new house built on a lot located at North Washington Street. In 1916, Hose Company No.1 moved to 215 West Main street and then recently to 261 West Main Street where it remains today.