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The Redstone operator can be reached at 256-876-2151. This is an automated system so please listen carefully.
With the potential for domestic and foreign terrorism, security is given high priority at Redstone Arsenal. Guards are posted at all entry points. Proper identification is required as your ID will be scanned at all gates. If you have an outstanding warrant, the police will be alerted. Facial recognition lanes are present at Gates 1 and 9 for single occupancy vehicles. You may register your valid driver's license for entrance into Redstone by visiting the Gate 9 Visitors Center. Please ensure your guests are escorted at all times if you are in the position of the sponsor under Trusted Traveler rules.
Photography and access are limited or prohibited in marked areas. Drones are prohibited. If you spot suspicious behavior, please contact the Police at 256-876-2222.
Hand held devices are prohibited while operating a motor vehicle on Redstone Arsenal. Hands-free units are allowed.
Redstone Arsenal is a United States Army Installation located close to Huntsville, AL in a wetland area serviced by the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. Redstone is listed as a census-designated place in Madison County, AL and is also named as a part of the Huntsville-Decatur Combined Statistical Area. Redstone serves as the host for a variety of tenant commands, the FBI and the Marshall Space Flight Center operated by NASA. Originally, the Arsenal was created to build chemical weapons. Since those days the installation is known for rocket and space projects.
The original Arsenal combined two adjoining Arsenals into one post in 1941 to make conventional ammunition and toxic chemicals during World War II. Redstone was first designated the home of Army missiles in 1948. It dropped from a peak WW II employment of more than 19,000 to a little used post of a few hundred workers. Because of the large available space, empty buildings, and ease of access to rail, highway, and water traffic, the Army chose Redstone Arsenal as the place to consolidate its newly formed rocket program. Redstone has served for 50 plus years as the Army's center for missile and rocket programs. Numerous federal organizations have named Redstone Arsenal as "home" with more than 75 tenant agencies.
Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama and is located in the counties of Madison and Limestone and serves as the Madison County seat with a population over 300,000. Huntsville is one of the most up and coming recognized cities in the Southeast and is consistently named as one of the best places to live and work by a variety of national publications. Technology, space, and defense industries pose a major presence here accompanied by several Fortune 500 companies.
Redstone Arsenal has a little under 700 Active Duty Soldiers and 50,000 plus civilian and contract employees.
Redstone Arsenal's 38,000 plus acres are bordered by Huntsville, AL on the north and east with the Tennessee River forming the southern boundary. Access to recreation opportunities and services are easy and convenient. Local attractions will keep your family busy while you can also enjoy the ease of traveling to other metropolitan areas such as Birmingham, AL (100 miles), Atlanta, GA (246 miles), Chattanooga, TN (103 miles), Nashville, TN (125 miles), Memphis, TN (216 miles) and/or Destin, FL (358 miles).
Huntsville International Airport is located at 1000 Glen Heard Road approximately five miles from Redstone Arsenal via Gate 9. Several major airlines arrive and depart daily. Public transportation includes taxies, shuttle services, rental cars, and Uber. To reach Redstone Arsenal from the airport, go straight on Glenn Heard Road to the intersection of I-565. Turn right towards Huntsville. Take the exit towards Redstone Arsenal/Research Park.
Have a current military or Department of Defense issued identification (military, retired military or Department of Defense employee or contractor) to show gate security to obtain access to post. Department of Defense vehicle stickers are currently not required. Gates 9 and 1 offer facial recognition lanes. All others, stop by the Gate 9 Visitor Center for more information.
Redstone Arsenal does not provide taxi, shuttle, or bus services. When requesting an off post taxi or Uber, please ensure the company/driver has access to post.
The Redstone Arsenal information line may be reached at 256-876-2151. Please listen carefully to all options available as this is an automated line.
Additional information may be obtained by calling the Gate 9 Visitors Center at 256-876-7738.