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1905 Wright Flyer III

1905 Wright Flyer III named Best Historical Artifact in the January 2008 issue of Ohio Magazine. The first airplane in the United States to receive the designation of National Historic Landmark.


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    Carillon Park

    Get engaged in Dayton’s rich heritage of creativity…

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    Hawthorn Hill

    See the Oakwood mansion that Orville Wright called home for nearly 35 years! The home of the man that invented flight and changed the world is available for educational tours…

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    Patterson Homestead

    Get a glimpse into the multi-generational lives of Dayton’s influential Patterson family...

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  • Old River Park

    Under the management of Dayton History, Old River Park opens for summer...

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  • Paul Laurence Dunbar House

    Dunbar House added to Dayton History family of museums...

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Upcoming events

Join us for afternoon tea 1860s style at the Patterson Homestead, complete with servers in period costume....

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Mark your calendars for the return of the small scale trains to Carillon Historical Park...

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Don't miss the opportunity for your young ones to experience the Miami Valley from an early settler’s perspective...

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Experience a car show like never before featuring the automobiles of Walter P. Chrysler and Alfa Romeo...

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Career Opportunities at Dayton History

Dayton History is growing! Become part of history in the making with several exciting job openings available now...

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Dayton History now manages Old Courthouse & Memorial Hall

Dayton History will soon unveil schedules for public tours, special events and facility rental at these two iconic and historically significant Dayton sites...

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Four New Exhibits to Discover at Carillon Park!

A literal parade of homes has culminated in the addition of four new buildings to enjoy at Carillon Park...

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Dunbar House Added to Dayton History Family of Museums

Dunbar HouseDayton History partners with the Ohio Historical Society to operate the Paul Laurence Dunbar House...

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“Thank you for arranging a wonderful a wonderful day at Carillon Park. Jim Charters gave and outstanding program – both informative and entertaining. Thank you so much for our special day at Carillon!”
Eileen, Chapter DA, P.E.O. Sisterhead

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See Four Historic Buildings on Trucks Move to Carillon Park

 

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