Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
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Hours
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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.
Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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 side of the Wright Brothers story.
Paul Laurence Dunbar House Hours
| Monday – Thursday | Closed |
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| Friday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day Closure (closed)
The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site is currently open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Visitor centers
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
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.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
Open Wednesday - Sunday. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center
Paul Laurence Dunbar House Visitor Center
Paul Laurence Dunbar House Visitor Center
| Monday – Thursday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Friday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
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.
About this 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.