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The Springfield Armory, National Park Week
April 23 - April 27
Celebrate National Park Week by reading with a Ranger, Jr Ranger activity books, and arts and crafts.
Buggin’ Out with Ranger Wes
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Cartridge Rolling Demonstration
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Join as for a Ranger led demonstration of how Civil War era paper cartridges were manufactured.
Buggin’ Out with Ranger Wes
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Join Ranger Wes for a presentation one of natures most fascinating creatures: the insect. Ranger Wes will have specimens to view and there will be insect related activities.
Forest Park Zoo Animal Interaction
Friday, April 25, 2025
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Forest Park Zoo is coming to the Springfield Armory! This 1 hour program will include live animals and artifacts from our local area. Get up close to a porcupine, skunk, turtle and other wildlife. Seating is limited, please call the museum for reservations. Late arrivals will not be admitted once program starts. Admission is free.
National Park Week Dinosaur Day
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Ranger Program
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Join a Park Ranger or volunteer for a program on one of the many topics related to the history of Springfield Armory.
National Park Week: Make a Postcard
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ABOUT THE PARK: Springfield Armory National Historic Site is the location of the nation’s first armory (1794 – 1968) and was established by George Washington. The site includes historic grounds, buildings, and the world’s largest historic American military firearms collection.
There is no entrance fee to visit Springfield Armory National Historic Site. The Museum is open Wednesday-Sunday, 9:30am-4:00pm.
