Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

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A three-story brick building with tall green windows and a tall photo mural on the glass wall
The main entrance to the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
A two-story brick building with tall windows and shutters on them with sign "The Wright Cycle Co."
A front view of the building housing The Wright Cycle Company bike shop.
A brick wall with artwork of three men and an airplane etched out of the brick.
An artistic mural etched out of the red brick wall at the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center entrance.
A one story stone building with a small tower jutting out of the middle and three people walking out
The main entrance to the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
A tall gray stone monolith with a brown bronze plaque affixed to the front with trees in background
The Wright Brothers Memorial at the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center grounds.
The fog lifts as the suns rays peek through the mist revealing a wood-frame hangar and flag pole.
The replica 1905 hangar at Huffman Prairie Flying Field.
A long wood and steel rail leading to a pyramid tower structure in the background.
A replica catapault system similar to what the Wrights used during their trials at Huffman Prairie.
A dirt road between tall trees with a stone sign reading Huffman Prairie Flying Field.
The main entrance road into Huffman Prairie Flying Field.
A two-story home with peaked gray roof and two chimneys with green shutters around the windows
The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site in Dayton, Ohio.
Photos: National Park Service

About Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through perseverance and dedication Orville, Wilbur and Paul were able to overcome obstacles in their lives and leave their respective marks on history. Start your visit at one of our locations today.

Quick Facts

State Ohio
Designation National Historical Park
State Code OH
Weather The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 39 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with…

Location & Map

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park is located in Ohio.

Operating Hours

The Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center is located just west of downtown Dayton on South Williams Street, directly south of Third Street. Interpretive displays, interactive exhibits and the park introductory film are all available at the WDIC. A small gift shop is also on site and is stocked with souvenirs and books related to the Wrights and Paul Laurence Dunbar.

Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Monday Closed
Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday Closed
Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Activities

Biking Road Biking Guided Tours Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

Getting There

Located in west-central Ohio, the park is easily accessible via I-70, I-75 or US Route 35. The main park visitor center, Wright Dunbar Interpretive Center, is located at S. Williams St. and W. Third St. in Dayton.

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Contact & Address

Address 16 South Williams Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Phone 937-345-0433
Email daav_info@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

African American Heritage Arts Poetry and Literature Aviation Science, Technology and Innovation Transportation

Things To Do

Ranger Guided Tours of Dayton's National Park

Ranger Guided Tours of Dayton's National Park

The park offers ranger guided tours during the summer months, typically from Memorial Day through Labor Day, at one or…

The park offers different types of ranger guided tours every year at many of the sites. Most tours are free…

Exploring Huffman Prairie Flying Field

Exploring Huffman Prairie Flying Field

Visit the site where aviation history was born, Huffman Prairie Flying Field. Visitors can explore the area and view a…

Visitors are able to explore the site on their own.

Tour the Wright Cycle Shop

Tour the Wright Cycle Shop

The 4th bike shop that the Wright Brothers operated is a fixture of Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Come…

Visitors will experience a ranger-guided tour of the first floor of the Wright Cycle Company Shop. Guest can see replica…

Visitor Centers

Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center

Located on an active U.S. Air Force base (Wright Patterson AFB), the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center provides visitors with a closer look at the aviation…

Hours: Open Monday - Friday. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Paul Laurence Dunbar House Visitor Center

Visitor center and museum focusing on the life and achievements of internationally acclaimed poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar.

Hours: The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Visitor Center is open from Friday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The last tour occurs at 3:30 p.m.

Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center

The Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center is located just west of downtown Dayton on South Williams Street, directly south of Third Street. Interpretive displays, interactive exhibits and…

Hours: The Wright Dunbar Interpretive Center is open from Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Starting in 2026, the park intends to expand daily hours and adjust to a 9:30 a,m. to 5:00 p.m. operation.

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