Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wright Cycle Company Shop in Dayton
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Location on the map
Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Phone: +1 937-225-7705
Site: https://www.nps.gov/daav/planyou...
Site: https://www.nps.gov/daav/planyou...
Opening hours
- Monday:10AM–4PM
- Tuesday:10AM–4PM
- Wednesday:10AM–4PM
- Thursday:10AM–4PM
- Friday:10AM–4PM
- Saturday:10AM–4PM
- Sunday:10AM–4PM
Comments (138)
This is a very interesting and historic building with a lot of interesting items inside. But, the most interesting thing I found on this visit was the wonderful lady park ranger who showed us around. She was so well versed on everything and she told us that she had taught herself all of it by reading everything she could find on the Wright brothers, bicycles, printing, and airplanes. The information we gained from her probably doubled the value of this stop on our vacation. I really wish I remembered her name so I could give her a proper shout out.
Being from NC the Wright Brothers places in aviation history is near and dear to my heart. Very nice to come full circle and see the humble beginnings of this technology....
Great museum, small enough that it doesnt take all day. Packed with interactive exhibits. Good for young and old. Really answered alot of questions about them.
As the shop was closed this morning, I got a good peek through the windows. The brothers must have been off in the wind to Kill Devil Hills.
Tours of this famous building are available on the hour by National Park Rangers. This is a fascinating insight into the bicycle making phase of the Wright Brothers. The aspect of a showroom and sundries (dry goods) area reminded me a lot of modern car dealers. The manufacturing part was neatly recreated. Supposedly the place became a feed store / grocery for awhile. Be sure to note the beautifully preserved Billings & Spencer 97 bicycle wrenches in the display cabinet. These are the predessors of the Crescent or adjustable wrench.
Well presented exhibits, knowledge guides. This is a will restored example of Wright Brothers history.
Its part of a national park that is free admittance. Friendly staff that was willing to explain things to you. The original shop is neat with the old belt driven motors. I stopped here after visiting the air force museum. Was a great addition to what we saw and learned their. I recommend it.
Very interesting presentation. So much of our history to see! In the early years, people had to take out a loan to buy a bike! Men not women.Heidi was very knowledgeable and friendly.
I should have planned more time for my visit here! Super fun, and I learned a bunch!
It was cool to look at, both this and the aviation meusem next to it are free, you can look through both in about an hour or two
Cycling history plus so much more a nice place to go to learn about some of Daytons history
Such a wonderful place. The Park Service employees were knowledgeable and the museum was fantastic.
This was a very interesting place because it showed what the Wright brothers bicycle shop or at least the 4th one what it looked like. This was a very interesting place because it showed what the Wright brothers bicycle shop or at least the 4th one what it looked like.To think of all the ideas and dreams that were made in this building its quite fascinating
A wonderful side trip in the history of aviation in the Dayton area.
It was a great day here. The rangers were really helpful and informative. We had a great time exploring the site. This is a great site to see. It is walkable from the main visitor center. If you have time, you should come here. Overall, great place.
A nice look back to a time long gone. The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It is a small pace, but is a wealthy of knowledge and displays are very nice.
Interesting piece of history that should be combined with an Air Force Museum visit. It was so amazing to see the tools they used to create so much.
There is a museum and one of the original bicycle shops of the famous American Wright brothers. The bicycle shop itself is only open to free guided tours at the top of every hour run by the national park service. The museum which is next to it is filled mostly with pictorial exhibits and not that many artifacts. If you are in Dayton for a few days then this would be worth a visit but lower on the list of things worth seeing. If you are interested in the Wright brothers it is suggested you spent your time to see the Wright III flyer just south of this location by 10 minutes drive.
Havent been here since 2007. Its now much more up-to-date. Beautiful place. Recommend to visit anytime. Its completely free of charge.
This was a great little museum. The park staff were great and we really enjoyed the presentation in the old bike shop. The 30 minute video was also very enjoyable. Im glad we took the time to stop by and visit.
Very interesting and informative. Great national park. In beautiful neighborhood. Easy to get to. Plenty of parking.
What a gem Dayton has in the remaining places that the Wrights walked and lived their lives. America became what we are because of them. I was thrilled to step through the same doorway that the brothers did in building their business. This building is now a National Park Service site. Within a few hundred feet are their original home and another building site where they built planes. Inside this building are some of their machine tools and products, as well as replicas. The rangers are well versed in what you need to know.
This building and the national historical park next door was a great way to understand the story of the Wright Brothers. Its not a big museum, you will see everything within an hour or two. But there is no charge to get in. Perfect for a rainy day.
So much rich history in that little shop. It was amazing!
The Wright Brothers, Paul Dunbar and Parachutes all have a section of this museum. I skipped everything but the Wright Brothers because I was short on time. The staff was courteous, there was a nice (though small) gift shop and there were a couple of activities that were cool like flying a Wright Flyer Simulator and a movie about the Wright Brothers.The museum had a lot of information about life around Dayton and the life of the Wright Brothers outside of aviation. Its free to check it out - I recommend it for all aviation/history enthusiasts.Expect to spend about 90 minutes here.
Fun visiting where history was made. This was an actual site where the Wrights worked. Museum was fun to walk around.
One of the most incredible discoveries in American history now relegated to a shabby corner of a broken city. Ohio needs to step in and gentrify Dayton. As it is now nothing more than a crack-infested sewer.
Great history of the Wright brothers invention of first in flight. There bicycle shop where it all began is so interesting. I really enjoyed seeing some of the original equipment they used to create parts in there bicycle shop and Museum.
The Walking tour of 7 Hawthorne Street and 22 Williams Street is well worth your time. Huffman Prairie is also a must. Several museums are added attractions. The grave site is worthwhile time well spent. The Aviation Experience is only complete after a visit here and Kill Devil Hill in North Carolina.
Very well done National Parks museum and tour. If you are in the area it is worth a stop. If you have kids, they can earn two Junior Ranger badges at this park.
National Park Service operated. Interesting and quick to go through. One of the buildings is the Wrights Brother old bike shop. They also have some interactive displays that help you understand concepts of flight.
Awesome historical things to see!!
Normally a quick stop to view the historic cycle shop of the Wright Brothers and an accompanying museum. A great place to learn about the brothers work on cycles and the printing business that funded their research into powered flight.
A collection of buildings celebrating the early lives of the Wright brothers of flight fame. These old buildings were rescued from the wrecking ball when they were recognized in an antique photograph. They housed the brothers printing business and much more recognizably their bicycle shop. The National Park Service has renovated the site to preserve the buildings and to provide visitors with a glimpse into the brothers lives before the historic flight at Kitty Hawk. Just a few miles away, the story continues at the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center.
It is a very well done display of the history of the Wright Brothers. We went not expecting much but left very impressed with all that was available to see. Dont miss out on the short 30 movie which tells their story very well.
Received a personal tour from the park ranger. This is all due to covid-19 and limiting the amount of people in the building. It was a great tour. Enjoy!
The Wright Brothers National Park is at 5 different sited. Its a little confusing because most museums are in one spot. BUT once you realize that there are 5 places in the area to see and learn about the Wright brothers , you wont want miss out on any of them.
Small building but such a cool sight if you love aviation. Everything is located closely together, so you can also walk to the house of the Wright Brothers.
Good history about bycycle discovery. I dint knew it was discovered at this place... Wow such a amazing vibe... Felt historic
Beautiful neighborhood, great museum to visit and learn about the Wright brothers. My sons and I love this museum. Friendly and welcoming park Rangers.
The volunteers are so friendly, and our family learned a lot. The building and grounds are very well maintained. We enjoyed earning the Aviation Bear.
Rangers were great!
Great little museum, tucked away in West Dayton. Actual artifacts from the Wright brothers. Also a parachute museum and an exhibit featuring local poet/author Paul Dunbar
Very interesting. Had a great time with family. The rangers were helpful and informative. It was clean and well lit and the kids learned a lot!
Great piece of American history. It is unfortunate that Henry Ford moved the bicycle shop where the plane was developed to Michigan. Interesting but small.
Historic location that is completely uninviting. I rode my bike there 2 Saturdays ago. I wanted to stop in for coffee and perhaps a minimal continental breakfast. The only problem was there was no food or coffee in neither eye nor nose sight. Perhaps it is not a public facility.
This is an overlooked gem in the middle of Dayton. The downstairs has a bunch of motorized displays that explain the Wright Flyer and the upstairs has a hidden parachute museum.
Very nice place and friendly staff.
Im so surprised this museum doesnt get more attention. Much bigger than I expected. It has a beautiful layout. We really enjoyed it with the children.
This is a must see, and take the tour, for any entrepreneur! The Wright brothers pivoted their business several times and their story is amazing!
Worth the trip! The ranger guided tour is so imformative.
Historical site the Wright brothers start their road to flying. Excellent 30 minute on the Wright brothers. One of many stops in the Dayton area.
Very Inspiring Heritage Park and The Wrights Cycle ShopHistorical narratives of first power flight beautifully recreatedGreat Inspiration for younger generationCan Do It...message
Were the thought of human flight started to become a reality. The spark was set here. For a million years humans fantasized about flying and the Wright Brothers helped finally make it a reality and gasoline helped put the ball in motion too.
Better then I expected. There were several hands on exhibits showing how the brothers developed flight.
. .because I LOVE to fly. This is where it all began.
Cool place and its free!
Must visit place in Dayton. Got to visit Wright Brothers cycle company and his innovations. Calm ,neat place gives lot of learning experience
All the history of Wilbur and Orvilles bike shop and careers that you care to know.The rangers are very knowledgeable and friendly. And its free.
Very informative, and the staff are incredibly nice.
The Wrights began making nice bikesThey made some other things like,A few gliders and planes,An engine and frame,In the end it flew like a kite.
Visited Dayton for the AF Museum and ended up here after, what an amazing place and even better service from the park rangers.
A true noteworthiness of our endouringcommunity spirit of growth innovation. Pioneering towards our brilliant future. My city..my friends let us never forget our ubiquitous definition of pride!
My children really loved the Junior Ranger program. We all learned a lot about the process of discovery by the Wright brothers.
Excellent! Great collection and the Rangers could not have been more friendly. Ask for Ranger Joe. He was awesome!
Very cool I wasnt aware their first business was a print shop. They have that original print an bicycle shop structures.
Very friendly, and knowledgeable staff.
This place is great. Informative exhibits, great staff, good atmosphere, a hidden gem in Dayton!
Rich with history and very informative. The guides were informative and excellent. We had a great visit and learned so much.
A small shop but so much accomplished. The National Park Guide was excellent. Free entry.
Loved all the history here! Our tour guide was really nice!
Wasnt opened, didnt matter, leads one to National Aviation Museum.Great Place!
Awesome museum...more than just Wright...lots more in Dayton
Interesting historical site that talks about the Wright brothers and their friend and Poet Paul Dunbar.
Do visit!!!Great staff!Wonderful exhibits!I love this place!
Sadly closed due to gov shutdown but from windows looks like a neat part of history thankfully preserved.
If you ask at the national Park right across the plaza, the park ranger will come over and give you a personal tour.
Thus is a priceless and irreplaceable site but I would rather see more original artifacts and facilities.
Enjoyed the displays.
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Great space to reflect on the Wright’s contribution to aviation and the Dayton region.
To stand were great men of invention once stood is an honorable thing.ove tis place.
A neat little shop showing more about the history of Dayton and the wright brothers.
Great place to take the grandkids and family. We really enjoyed it.
Closed when we got there even though it was supposed to be open.
Quaint and charming. Learned a lot about the Wright brothers that I didnt know.
Very interesting and what history totally worth the trip
Nice place to learn about Dayton History. Loved it.
Cool seeing where the Wright Brothers started thinking about flying!
If interested in the Weight Brothers a must place to see!
Excellent walk through history.
Guided tour on the hour. Starts at the visitor center.
Great place to learn about the first flight.
History presented with great attention to detail. I will be back.
Affable host and some interesting belt driven machinery.
Excellent museum with nice rangers.
Because its real. Things happened here. History was made.
Wow. What history of Ohio Wright Bros. A must see
A nice place to learn all about the wright brothers
Historic, well told story, hands on info.
It was a very nice museum
Great place to go, very educational
Ok place to stop. Not as interesting as Id hoped
Very informative. Great staff.
Surreal that it started here
Very interesting museum
Great men who did great things!!
Small but nice musem.
Tour with Ranger is the way to go
This place is great!!
My friend business is great
Definitely worth the time!
Awesome. A must see
Great people great place
Nice exhibit
Fun learning experience
Interesting, very informative
Good museum
Really not to see
Cool place!!
Very humbling experience
Epic
Cool place.
Excellent!!
We found this very informative and the guide was very good. There are a lot of very interesting displays. Any history lover needs to see this
In this mini museum, originally the Wright brothers bicycle shop, you can admire the common objects that gave the Wright brothers ideas for building the first airplanes. Admission is free.If you are in the Dayton area I can only recommend a visit to the park Wrights Brothers Memorial located a few km from the city.In this place the brothers made their first planes take off. You will also find a small museum where you can see a short short film (about 15 min long) which talks about the history of the Wrights.Admission is free.
Very interesting museum If you go to both here and Kitty Hawk, the mission is complete.
Very interesting, worth the visit.
Total reviews rating 4.7
138 Reviews for Wright Cycle Company Shop 2023:
Review №1
2021-10-17National park with free entrance. Ranger was really helpful and informative to explain about the history and the shop. Great addition to the heritage museum with a real mid 18th century building ( shop ). Give yourself a time of 30 mins to take a look at the shop and how they worked on with a single belt driven equipment. Interesting facts to know how the bicycle parts were used up to invent airplane. And the rest is history !!!
Review №2
2022-06-16Lovely recreation of the old Wright Bros cycle shop. Very nicely done. If its locked when you arrive, go to the visitor centre across the street and theyll unlock for you.
Review №3
2022-04-16You can get in by going to the main museum and asking an employee to open it for you. Its a small one room museum but gives you a nice feel for what the cycle shop was like as well as what done it the cycles of the time looked like.
Review №4
2022-05-18Everything is well-displayed, as you would expect from the park service, but the brothers did not do any work on airplanes at this location, so it really is only an example of alate 1800s bicycle shop and factory.
Review №5
2022-05-22Lots of detail about the Wrigjt brothers in the building across the courtyard. NPD staff very friendly and helpful. They will open up the cycle shop for you when you visit.
Review №6
2019-03-25Great small museum. There are tours of the cycle company throughout the day but otherwise it is closed.The visitor’s center has some excellent exhibits and my girls had a blast. Give yourself about an hour to walk through the museum in the visitor’s center. A little longer if you like to read everything. The visit to the cycle shop only takes about 20 minutes.
Review №7
2019-10-16What an unexpectedly wonderful experience! A real Close Up of an honestly historic moment in our American Experience.. Walking the floors of this Shop once used by the Wright brothers as they reached for the heavens 🇺🇸
Review №8
2017-09-08Honestly I was a bit disappointed. Perhaps I set my expectations too high or something. I was expecting a lot more artifacts but most of it were replications. It seems as if theres nothing left or perhaps another museum is holding all this stuff. Where was this famous windbox tunnel they used to perfect the wings? The staff was very accommodating though and it was nice to be able to walk down the street to 7 Hawthorne Rd. Theyve done a good job of preserving what they do have all things considered. I just left feeling like I wasnt fulfilled. Even one of thier actual planes is off at another facility. Why not here? Im still glad I could say I visited.
Review №9
2019-03-29Interesting educational place to learn about the Wright Brothers their cycle shops, experiments and about life in their time. Well preserved/recreated neighborhood look and excellent exhibits. Add this place to your Air Force Museum visit too!
Review №10
2019-06-21Neat place to go! These pictures are in the neighborhood where the Wright Brothers home once stood (now being preserved at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan).