Armory Day at Springfield National Historic Site (photo by National Park Service)
The National Park Service offers a variety of Ranger-led programs at Springfield Armory National Historic Site, though the only regularly scheduled events are short, daily lectures held in the Main Arsenal Building. Topics vary depending on the Ranger giving the talk, and while not a tour of the large firearms museum, the Ranger will take the group around to exhibits that help illustrate the topic of discussion. The lectures last approximately a half hour and are usually held at 2 PM, though the time may be switched to the morning when conflicts come up. If attending a lecture is paramount to your visit, call the park to get the latest schedule: (413) 734-8551.
Other events are held throughout the year, including guided walks of the former Springfield Armory grounds now occupied by Springfield Technical Community College, lectures by guest speakers, and the yearly Armory Day Festival where historical weapons are fired by costumed history reenactors. There are also free concerts held on the park and college campus grounds. Get the latest schedule on the National Park Service’s official Calendar web page for Springfield Armory National Historic Site.
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Last updated on June 15, 2020
