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Two men working at drop forging machinery at the Armory.
Workers in Building 21 at drop forging equipment.

Photo Credit: Springfield Armory NHS Archives

Created in partnership with the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, this site includes lesson plans, primary source materials, images and additional materials to support educational programs about the development of industrial interchangeable manufacturing at Springfield Armory.
 
Sparks fly from a forging machine
Sparks flying from a CECO Forging Machine.

Photo Credit: Springfield Armory NHS Archives





The Industrial Revolution in the National Parks

The National Park Service has numerous sites that relate to the Industrial Revolution. Here you are able to connect with other parks related to the Industrial Revolution along with addtional resources.

Last updated: December 10, 2024

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Springfield Armory National Historic Site
One Armory Square
Suite 2
Springfield, MA 01105

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413 734-8551
The phone is answered during museum operating hours. All other times callers will be prompted to leave a voice message that will be received and responded to during museum operating hours.

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