Permits & Reservations

You don't need a permit or to pay a fee to visit Springfield Armory National Historic Site and tour its public areas.

However, a permit is required for some activities to ensure the protection of park resources, its values, and its purpose and to prevent significant disruption of normal visitor uses. For example, if you or your group would like to use other park facilities, hold a special event, film, or photograph beyond personal use, you may need a permit.

There are different permits for different activities.

Special Use Permits are for:

• Special Events (Military commissioning ceremonies, concerts, rallies, fairs, etc.) and other large gatherings
• Access to areas usually closed to the public
• Use of park classrooms and meeting spaces

Filming/Photography Permits are for:

• Photography, filming, and associated sound recording when they involve props, models, professional crews, and casts or set dressings.
  • Note: Visitors using cameras or recording devices for personal use do not need a permit.

Research Applications are for:

• Access the park's objects, archives, and research library.

The Superintendent's Compendium for the Springfield Armory has more specific guidance and permit requirements.

The National Park Service webpage for Special Park Uses and Permits can also give you more detailed information.

To discuss a proposed activity at Springfield Armory, please fill out the interest form below: