Wright Brothers Memorial

Wright Brothers National Memorial

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Park where visitors can see a replica of the Wright Brothers' plane and receive an entertaining history of flight. See more

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Apr 20, 2024
Really a must see while on the outer banks. It is a beautiful way to remember the Wright Brothers. The setting is just beautiful. Full review by Victoria H
Apr 20, 2024
One of the best National Memorials I have been to, I was very impressed. The trail part is a bit empty but if you want to skip it you can drive right up to the memorial. Full review by KabarJaw
Apr 8, 2024
We visited November 2023. We were traveling with the furbaby and all our activities had to be dog friendly. We all throughly enjoyed the Wright Brothers Memorial. The furbaby was welcome in all out… Full review by Tantalika
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On December 17, 1907, Wilbur and Orville Wright made the first airplane flight in history in what is now Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. De…
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Can you bring bicycles and ride them around? Also, can you bring your own kites to fly?
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Yes I m sure you could bring bikes. I would also think you could fly kites on the back side of the tall monument as that is very much like a park area environment. Heck bring the kits …
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Yes I m sure you could bring bikes. I would also think you could fly kites on the back side of the tall monument as that is very much like a park area environment. Heck bring the kits start to fly them and see if what happens.
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how about wheelchairs for those who miight need them
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That should not be a problem. Though much of the memorial is outside, and the actual memorial is atop a large dune, the museum is single story with easy access. I took my …
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That should not be a problem. Though much of the memorial is outside, and the actual memorial is atop a large dune, the museum is single story with easy access. I took my mother there often while she was using a walker, and later a wheel chair.
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What is the activity level.... A lot of walking, stairs, etc.?
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There is a little walking, but it is mostly flat and takes little time during the tour. If you walk the hill to the monument, it can be steep in places, but a short distance. Elderly and kids can …
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There is a little walking, but it is mostly flat and takes little time during the tour. If you walk the hill to the monument, it can be steep in places, but a short distance. Elderly and kids can do it, no problem, just keep the heat and sun exposure in mind.
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Is the renovation complete and the visitor center fully open again.
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The visitor's center is open and operational. It looks exactly as it did before. I don't know what they did to "renovate" it but the admission has doubled.
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I have a National Parks pass. Does that mean it is free to me (National Parks are free with pass) vs $10/pp
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Yes...my husband pulled out his National Park Pass at the front gate and they waved us through. Once you park, there are no more fees beyond that.
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