Indiana National Guard reopens Martinsville armory
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The Indiana National Guard cut the ribbon this week in Martinsville on a significant renovation, marking the latest project to modernize the Guard’s facilities.
The Martinsville Armory was shut down during the $7.6 million renovation project, which included expanding the facility from 18,000 square feet to 21,000 square feet. Work was also done on the armory’s restrooms, showers, mechanical systems and the building’s exterior. There’s now new lighting, fencing and expanded parking.
The armory supports training, logistics and administration for the Indiana National Guard, Indiana Adjutant General Brig. Gen. Larry Muennich said.
“It’s important to recognize that these armories are an important aspect to the National Guard’s unique dual state and federal mission,” Muennich said in a news release. “When disaster strikes here at home, whether it’s a tornado, floods, or a pandemic, the National Guard is always ready to respond at a moment’s notice. These armories enable that response.”
The Martinsville Armory was first built in 1958 and the recent renovation was the first major work on the facility since its construction.
Muennich said 6,500 Hoosier National Guard personnel have been activated in the past five years, including Gov. Mike Braun calling on the guard in wake of this week’s severe storms.
The guard says the project was funded by a combination of state and federal funding.