Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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What Dreams We Have And How They Fly

Three exceptional men from Dayton, Ohio, Wilbur Wright, Orville Wright and Paul Laurence Dunbar, found their creative outlet here through accomplishments and failures, and finally success. However, these men offered the world something far greater, they offered the world hope, and the ability to take a dream and make it a reality.

		Places To Visit Come see the new additions to the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center plaza! Call 937-225-7705 for directions. Chat with our knowledgeable staff, pick up literature and directions to our other sites, and find out about programs and special events during your stay. Or, you can join our e-mail list to receive updates on park events. Extended hours - Visitor Centers are open until 6:00pm daily during summer months. more...

Ranger with kids at the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center.

For Kids

Dayton Aviation is a great place for kids!
• Become a Junior Ranger
• Make and take home a sled kite
• Learn about prehistoric people
• Ask a Historian for answers
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Mark Dusenberry flies his replica 1905 Wright Flyer III at Huffman Prairie.

October 5th Event Ends in Crash

On October 5, 2007 at Huffman Prairie Flying Field, as thousands of spectators watched, the replica Wright Flyer III airplane came down with a crash.
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		Partnerships This park is a cooperative effort between the National Park Service and four partners, which include the federal, state, and local governments, and the private sector. more...

Write to

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
16 South Williams Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402

E-mail Us

Phone

Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
(937) 225-7705

Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
(937) 425-0008

Fax

(937) 222-4512

Climate

Summer's average lows are 65 to 80 degrees F and highs are 70 to 90 degrees F. Hot, humid weather is possible. Winter's average lows are 5 to 20 degrees F. and highs are 10 to 35 degrees F. Heavier clothing and layers are appropriate.