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Wright Brothers National Memorial

800 Colington Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 (Map)
252-441-7430
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The first successful sustained powered flights in a heavier-than-air machine were made here by Wilbur and Orville Wright on December 17, 1903. A 60-foot granite monument dedicated in 1932, is perched atop 90-foot tall Kill Devil Hill commemorating the achievement of these two visionaries from Dayton, Ohio.

The Visitor Center features full-scale reproductions of the Wright 1903 Powered Flyer and interpretive presentations. A centennial pavilion boasts an exhibit hall with permanent and special exhibits, including a replica of the 1902 Glider and multipurpose auditorium.

A visit should include touring the museum exhibits, participating in a ranger conducted program, touring the reconstructed camp buildings and first flight trail area, and a climb up Kill Devil Hill to view the memorial pylon.
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By auntfeffie on 7/9/2008
great value! your receipt is good for returns within 7 days so you can go again and again! the replicas flyers were cool as well as the monument. we didn't climb the hill due to an injury but it was beautiful. the markers showing the distances of the first few flights was neat.
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By Guest on 1/26/2008
It is a very good experience. Too bad they didn't even mention the Santos Dumont's flight, which was the first witnessed flight in a heavier-than-air craft, in Paris.
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By Visitor from NC on 9/26/2007
The exhibits and memorial were awe inspiring. Very educational and a must visit for anyone going to the Outer Banks.
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Great for kids
By Laurie on 9/7/2007
I used to complain about flying for business. Seeing this exhibit really made me appreciate how easy the Wright brothers made it for me to travel. The exhibit is great for kids. It provides indoor and outdoor experiences.
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By Helen, Qns, NY on 8/14/2007
We take flying for granted. All that have ever flown should visit this exhibit: sit, listen and learn. Learn what it took to make that first flight and see all of what went into accomplishing it - even the sewing machine used to make the 'wings.' Seeing the replicas of the brothers' sleeping quarters and the spot where their trials came to fruition, nothing short of awe inspiring.
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Wright Brothers National Memorial, located in Kill Devil Hills -- part of the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

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