Overview
Redstone Arsenal is a large federal installation in Huntsville that is home to Army commands, NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and many other federal agencies.
History
The arsenal was established in 1941 to make chemical munitions. Wernher von Braun's rocket team arrived in 1950, and NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center was created there in 1960.
Today
The arsenal and its contractors drive Huntsville's economy, and work there requires federal background checks and security clearances.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.