Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
Visitor Center ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (National Historical Park) · Restricted Access
- 739 ft
- Elevation
The Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center is located just west of downtown Dayton on South Williams Street, directly south of Third Street. Interpretive displays, interactive exhibits and the park introductory film are all available at the WDIC. A small gift shop is also on site and is stocked with souvenirs and books related to the Wrights and Paul Laurence Dunbar.
Getting there
Located in west-central Ohio, in Dayton, the park is easily accessed from major routes I-70, I-75 and US Route 35.
39.75579, -84.21167 · 39°45'20.8"N 84°12'42.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 87°F in Jul, down to 36°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 36 | 40 | 51 | 64 | 75 | 84 | 87 | 86 | 79 | 66 | 52 | 41 |
| Low °F | 20 | 23 | 31 | 41 | 53 | 62 | 66 | 64 | 56 | 44 | 33 | 26 |
| Precip in | 3.2 | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 3.1 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
- Can you reserve a site at Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center?
- No. Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (937) 345-0433
- Email daav_info@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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