Springfield Armory National Historic Site welcomes all visitors. We strive to make history accessible by removing barriers and providing accommodations for those who need additional accessibility considerations. If your questions concerning accessibility are unanswered after reading information in this section of our website, or you have suggestions of how we can better support you in the future, please contact us.
The America the Beautiful - The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Series includes the Interagency Access Pass: a free, lifetime admission and discount pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. Access Passes are available at the Museum Information Desk and online. Visitors who request an Access Pass in person will be asked for proof of citizenship and permanent residency through a valid identification card.
The National Park Service is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to benefit from our facilities, programs, services, and activities whether they are indoors or outdoors. Discover more about accessible features in parks across the National Park System.
Entrance
A modern straight ramp leads to the automatic door. The inner door, should it be closed, has a doorbell whereby the Information Desk staff will assist you.
Service Animals and Pets
Fully trained service animals are permitted in all park facilities. Pets must be physically restrained at all times. Leashed pets are permitted on all trails throughout the developed areas of the park. Pets are not allowed in the buildings.
Accessible Restrooms
Restrooms in the Museum (presently, the only NPS building open) offer some accommodations. The ease of use will vary and some may require assistance. Adults caring for small children will find changing stations at all restrooms.
Free Wheelchair Loans
A wheelchair is available at the Museum Information Desk for daily use in the area it is obtained and must be returned at least 30 minutes prior to closing time. Borrowers must present a valid identification card.
Parking
Four accessible parking spaces are located directly across from the access ramp that leads to the museum entrance.
Picnic TablesFood is not allowed inside the museum, however there are several spots on our grounds to have a snack or lunch break. There are 11 picnic tables located on our grounds, 6 of which are directly next to an accessible, paved path. There are also 5 benches located across the street near the accessible parking spaces.
Water Fountain Inside the museum, between the men’s and women’s restrooms, is a bottle filling station with a motion sensor and an attached accessible drinking fountain with a push bar to activate.
GroundsThe museum grounds have paved, accessible paths that can be used to explore our black walnut trees, wildlife, and interpretive waysides behind the museum.
