Springfield Armory National Historic Site NPS Photo
About this site

For nearly two centuries, the U.S. Armed Forces and American industry looked to Springfield Armory for innovative engineering and superior firearms. Springfield Armory National Historic Site commemorates the critical role of the nation’s first armory by preserving and interpreting the world's largest historic US milita

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Springfield Armory National Historic Site

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Free — you won’t need your pass here.

Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.

  • Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
  • HoursThe Park MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTER The Park is OPEN Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30am to 4:00pm. The Park is CLOSED Monday and Tuesday The park is closed for the following holidays: •New Year's Day •Thanksgiving Day •Ch
  • Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
  • Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
Where it is
42.1086, -72.5797
Get directions

The entrance to Armory Square is on Federal Street in Springfield, MA. Armory Square is shared by Springfield Armory NHS and Springfield Technical Community College (STCC). The park is located on the STCC campus. Follow the one way roadway around until you see the entrance sign for the park. If stop

Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Springfield Armory National Historic Site — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

No Is there a fee at Springfield Armory National Historic Site?

No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.

Depends Can you bring a dog?

Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.

No Are drones allowed?

No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.

Depends What are the hours?

The Park MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTER The Park is OPEN Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30am to 4:00pm. The Park is CLOSED Monday and Tuesday The park is closed for the following holidays: •New Year's Day •Thanksgiving Day •Ch

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