FMCA Membership
Join our community of passionate collectors and historians dedicated to preserving fire mark history
Member Benefits
Publications & Bulletins
Receive periodic bulletins, newsletters, and journals with technical articles, collecting experience reports, and member contributions.
Mail & Convention Auctions
Participate in mail auctions and annual convention auctions featuring fire marks and fire artifacts for sale or trade.
Collector Community
Meet fellow collectors including insurance brokers, company personnel, firemen, attorneys, teachers, and museum curators.
Authentication Warnings
Stay informed about fakes and replicas with warnings from experienced collectors to protect your investments.
Annual Collector Roster
Access our annual collector roster to connect with members and expand your network of fire mark enthusiasts.
Trading Opportunities
Find fire marks and related artifacts for sale or trade through our trusted member network.
Annual Membership
Join the Firemark Circle of Americas
per year
Your membership includes all the benefits listed above and helps support our mission to preserve the history of fire marks and fire insurance memorabilia.
Payment Options:
- • PayPal (instant access)
- • Check by mail
Membership Period:
- • One calendar year
- • Renewal notices sent 30 days prior
Join a diverse community of insurance brokers, company personnel, firemen, attorneys, teachers, museum curators, and passionate collectors.
Membership FAQ
When does my membership expire?
Memberships run for one calendar year from the date of joining. You'll receive a renewal notice 30 days before expiration.
How do I receive my membership materials?
After joining, you'll receive a welcome packet with your membership card and access to our member directory. Newsletters are sent quarterly via mail or email based on your preference.
Do you offer international memberships?
Absolutely! We have members worldwide. International members receive digital newsletters to ensure timely delivery.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept PayPal for instant online payment or checks by mail. Checks should be made payable to "Fire Mark Circle of Americas" and sent to our San Diego office.
Do I need special software to access materials?
We recommend Adobe Acrobat Reader for downloading and viewing our PDF newsletters and membership forms. It's available free from Adobe's website.