Wright Brothers National Memorial

National Memorial North Carolina
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Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903. With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Weather on the Outer Banks varies seasonally and daily. Summers can be very hot and sunny (wear sunscreen and drink water), while winters can be cold and wet. High winds are always a possibility any time of the year. It is not uncommon for a brief winter snow each year. Being on a barrier island, the memorial is susceptible to storm impacts, including hurricanes in the summer and nor'easters in the winter. No matter what time of year you visit, dress for the weather, and be ready for wind!

Address

1000 North Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Activities & Topics

Flying Junior Ranger Program Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Aviation Birthplace Engineering Monuments and Memorials Science Technology and Innovation Transportation

Operating Hours

wednesday

9

monday

9

thursday

9

sunday

9

tuesday

9

friday

9

saturday

9

Location

Coordinates: 36.01637713, -75.66997163

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