Historic buildings & large collection of military weapons displayed at Revolutionary War arsenal.
At a glance
#2 of 5 Historical landmarks in Springfield #3 of 27 Tourist attractions in SpringfieldLocalGuideWorld score: 4.80
Rating breakdown
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Springfield Armory National Historic Site?
- Springfield Armory National Historic Site is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 2,023 reviews.
- How does Springfield Armory National Historic Site rank in Springfield?
- Springfield Armory National Historic Site is #2 of 5 Historical landmarks in Springfield by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Springfield Armory National Historic Site located?
- 1 Armory St #2, Springfield, MA 01105 — 976.5 km from the center of Springfield.
- How can I contact Springfield Armory National Historic Site?
- Phone: (413) 734-8551 · Website: nps.gov
I'm a professional gunsmith and history buff, so of course I loved every inch of this place. The history of gunmaking in America is on display here. From the time of the nation's founding until 1968, technology was developed here and many of the guns that our military, and some allied militaries used were built on these grounds.
I was very fortunate to see the machines and tools used in manufacturing prototypes and production weapons, as well as many actual weapons on display. I know there used to be more in-depth tours available, and hopefully someday I'll get to experience that. But even in the spare 90 minutes I had to visit, I saw a ton of interesting things!
I was very fortunate to see the machines and tools used in manufacturing prototypes and production weapons, as well as many actual weapons on display. I know there used to be more in-depth tours available, and hopefully someday I'll get to experience that. But even in the spare 90 minutes I had to visit, I saw a ton of interesting things!
Free museum! Everyone should visit. When I was there they had a demonstration and the guy walked everyone out to the field and he fired blanks out of a Krag-Jørgensen rifle, a Norwegian designed rifle licensed to be built at Springfield Armory for the United States Army. It proved inferior to the Spanish Mausers during the Spanish American War and it was quickly replaced by the M1903 Springfield.
The museum has firearms from the Native American wars, WWI, WWII (German and Allied), experimental firearms, Vietnam, and current day.
The staff is very friendly. Despite me being young and looking out of place, Howie was a very nice man who shared his extensive knowledge with me and his experience in the military in the ‘80s.
I noticed that there are absolutely no Japanese firearms. They have American, British, French, Russian, Italian, German… no Japanese. I think the reason is because Japanese firearms like from WWII are very, very hard to come by, but I’m not an expert.
The museum has firearms from the Native American wars, WWI, WWII (German and Allied), experimental firearms, Vietnam, and current day.
The staff is very friendly. Despite me being young and looking out of place, Howie was a very nice man who shared his extensive knowledge with me and his experience in the military in the ‘80s.
I noticed that there are absolutely no Japanese firearms. They have American, British, French, Russian, Italian, German… no Japanese. I think the reason is because Japanese firearms like from WWII are very, very hard to come by, but I’m not an expert.
Really freaking cool to see. So much bigger then I thought. The layout is fantastic. The people were so nice. We were there on a Sunday and they still had videos and speakers in their large theater. They had a nice little gift shop with lots of souvenirs.
I fulfilled a bucketlist 🪣 Springfield Armory Museum is a remarkable experience that brings American history to life. What a museum! I saw a super impressive collection of firearms and artifacts detailing the craftsmanship and innovation that helped define the nation’s military power. What made it AMAZING was how TOM and SUSAN explained each exhibit in detailed it was like a story was being told, From the earliest muskets to the iconic M1 Garand, capturing, pivotal, moments in the U.S. history. The dedication to preserving these artifacts is evident, making the museum a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by history, technology, and the stories of people who shaped America. It’s truly a must-visit destination. This is a MUST SEE when in Springfield! 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Exceed my expectations. One of the most renowned manufacturer of light arms. Definitely a place for army/history fans, and also an honorable memorial for America military industry. This museum is packed with history, and the exhibits are very well arranged. I learned a lot about gun manufacturing and was personally amazed by the creativeness and productivity of this armory and its staff. They are the one who provided the arms and strength for the Americans to stand against all tides during the great wars.
Free to visit. You can purchase their merchandise as a donation.
Photos below for an autumn day in Springfield.
Free to visit. You can purchase their merchandise as a donation.
Photos below for an autumn day in Springfield.
Definitely a place you need to see, especially if you are interested in guns. I'm not super interested in guns but I do love history ! I brought my son and he enjoyed seeing the history of weaponry and all the amazing tools as well.
One of the coolest National Park Historic Sites in Massachusetts! Springfield Armory is absolutely worth visiting. The exhibits are awesome. There was also a ranger giving a presentation on arms that came from the Springfield Armory since the Revolutionary Wars. I got to hold a M1 Garand which was awesome! The history here is amazing!
Absolutely loved this museum! I'm not a big history buff but lived learning about the history of Springfield Armory.
It's amazing to learn how much of an impact they had in several wars and how diverse they were in times where diversity wasn't even a thing.
The gentleman that greated us as we came in was very knowledgeable and gave us a brief history. If you have ever thought about visiting, please do.
They operate off of donations and the gift shop. We are more apt to purchase merchandise or donate to a place that doesn't charge an arm and leg to visit.
It's amazing to learn how much of an impact they had in several wars and how diverse they were in times where diversity wasn't even a thing.
The gentleman that greated us as we came in was very knowledgeable and gave us a brief history. If you have ever thought about visiting, please do.
They operate off of donations and the gift shop. We are more apt to purchase merchandise or donate to a place that doesn't charge an arm and leg to visit.
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