About Wright Brothers
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.
From the National Park Service.
- Region
- Southeast
- State
- North Carolina
- Designation
- National Memorial
- Entrance fee
- $10, per person
- Trail data for this park is still being added.
- Places for this park are still being added.
Know before you go
Fees, hours, weather and getting to Wright Brothers.
Entrance fees
- $10 Per Person Fee is charged per-person, NOT per vehicle. Ages 15 and younger are free of charge.
- Free Education/Academic Groups
Passes
- $35 Annual Entrance - Park
Hours
Hours of Operation
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
These are the times the park grounds and visitor center are open for visitors.
Weather and when to go
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!
Getting there
Wright Brothers National Memorial is located along US 158 in the town of Kill Devil Hills on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Contact the park
- Address
- 1000 North Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Phone
- (252) 473-2111
- Official site
- nps.gov/wrbr
From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.
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A day-by-day plan for Wright Brothers
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Things to do in Wright Brothers
The park service's own list, with how long each takes.
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Attend a Ranger Program
Attend one of the programs offered at Wright Brothers National Memorial
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Fly a kite like Wilbur and Orville!
Fly a kite just like the Wright Brothers.
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Walk to the Monument
Explore Big Kill Devil Hill and climb to Wright Brothers Monument.
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Take a Selfie with Orville and Wilbur
Visit the sculpture recreating the events of December 17, 1903 and the first, manned, powered, heavier-than-air flight here in Kitty Hawk, NC.
What to pack for Wright Brothers
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