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Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Springfield Armory National Historic Site is a historic place in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000898.

Springfield, Hampden County, MassachusettsListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000898★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Springfield Armory National Historic Site?

The Springfield Armory, more formally known as the United States Armory and Arsenal at Springfield located in the city of Springfield, Massachusetts, was the primary center for the manufacture of United States military firearms from 1777 until its closing in 1968. It was the first federal armory and one of the first factories in the United States dedicated to the manufacture of weapons. The site is preserved as the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, Western Massachusetts' only unit of the national park system. It features the world's largest collection of historic American firearms.

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Listing details

Name
Springfield Armory National Historic Site
City
Springfield
County
Hampden County
State
Massachusetts
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000898
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.10814, -72.58079
When was Springfield Armory National Historic Site listed on the National Register?

Springfield Armory National Historic Site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Springfield Armory National Historic Site located?

Springfield Armory National Historic Site is located in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts at approximately 42.10814, -72.58079. See the map above.

Is Springfield Armory National Historic Site a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Springfield Armory National Historic Site is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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