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Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
The official newspaper of Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park Dayton’sDayton’s NationalNational ParkPark Issue no. 5, 2009
Dial and Dial and Discover! Discover.
New Cell Phone Cell Phone Audio Audio Tours Content Found Here Dial WELCOME! Dayton Aviation Heritage is pleased to Visitors may find signs indicating the announce the availability of cell phone audio various tour stops posted around the park Welcome to the tours for local Wright brothers and aviation and at its partner sites. They may also 585.627.4164937.401.9985 only national park history sites. Visitors may simply dial obtain information at the Wright-Dunbar in the Dayton 937.401.9985 and press the specific stop number Interpretive Center, the Huffman Prairie Press region — Dayton to listen to park rangers discuss the significance Flying Field Interpretive Center, Dayton Aviation Heritage of such local resources as the Wright Cycle History at Carillon Park or the Paul National Historical Company building on South Williams Street; Laurence Dunbar House. Park. This park, Huffman Prairie Flying Field at Wright - one of 391 that Patterson Air Force Base; the Paul Laurence Now, whenever you are exploring the 1 currently make up our nation’s National Dunbar House in West Dayton; the Wright park, either in Dayton, Ohio or Dayton, Park System, shares the legacy of three 1 Flyer III airplane at Carillon Park; or the Oregon, history is simply a phone call OnCell Rewind great men who helped shape our world: 2 Engineers Club of Dayton. away! There is no cost associated with Pause/Play Wilbur and Orville Wright, and Paul 3 the calls other than the cost of the AUDIO Fast Forward Laurence Dunbar. Their thrilling stories 0 Visitors may call the stops of the tour in any minutes allocated with your cellular * Feedback continue to evoke the human spirit of order and at any time of the day or night. telephone plan. fortitude and determination. This flexible, user-friendly program also Look for one of these Dial-and-Discover signs The Wright brothers, through their allows visitors to leave voice comments for This cell phone audio tour program is throughout the Dayton area and learn more about - park staff to review. sponsored by the NPS and Aviation Trail, Inc. the legacy of the Wright brothers and Paul Laurence invention of powered flight, achieved one Dunbar. of the single most important advances of the 20th century. Paul Laurence Dunbar, a childhood friend of the Wright brothers, th rose from a poor childhood in Dayton to Centennial Celebration 104 Anniversary of international acclaim as a writer and as an effective voice for equality and justice. Dayton Aviation Heritage of Wrights’ Homecoming Practical, Powered Flight Established in 1992, Dayton Aviation Heritage brings together a broad coalition June 20, 2009 Come relive the history of flight at Huffman Prairie Flying Field on of partner organizations to commemorate th th October 5 , 2009 as the National Park Service commemorates the 104 the legacy of the Wright brothers and poet Anniversary of Practical Flight. It was on that day in 1905 when Wilbur and author Paul Laurence Dunbar. Wright took off from Huffman Prairie Flying Field and flew more than 24 miles in 39 minutes, proving to the Wright brothers and the world that This year, the park and the Dayton their airplane could repeatedly take off, turn, stay in the air until its gas community will commemorate the 104th
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio ran out, and land safely – what aviation experts call “practical” flight. anniversary of practical flight on Monday, That flight, the longest of 1905, was also longer than all of the previous October 5, 2009 with a replica of the years’ flights combined. The Wright brothers’ Wright Flyer III became, Wright Flyer III once again flying through on that day, the world’s first practical airplane. the air at Huffman Prairie Flying Field. We will also honor the 100-year anniversary of One hundred and four years later, the significance of that culminating Dayton’s 1909 celebration of the Wrights’ flight will be commemorated on October 5, with a brief public ceremony accomplishment with a Homecoming starting at 9:30 am, followed by a flight of a replica 1905 Wright Flyer III. Program, Saturday, June 20, 2009. Builder and licensed private pilot Mark Dusenberry has spent the last eleven years retracing the steps of the Wright brothers by building a During the summer there will be many historically accurate replica of the Wright 1905 Flyer. His four cylinder ranger programs available for you and engine produces nearly 18 horsepower, just like the original Wright your family to enjoy – see details inside engine. Since the aircraft is on skids, not wheels, it requires a small this edition. Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of catapult to make it airborne, just like that of the Wright brothers. A large weight is pulled to the top of a tower or derrick and a cable is Or explore our partner sites, which include run from the weight through a pulley system which is connected to the Dayton History at Carillon Historical Park, front of the aircraft. When the restraining wire is released, the weight is the National Museum of the United States dropped and the aircraft glides down the launch rail and into the air. Air Force, and National Aviation Heritage Area sites like the Wright B Flyer or the Prior to this event, a static display of aircraft will be on view, adjacent to Armstrong Air and Space Museum. the flying field. Programming will be presented by the National Park Service and partner groups from October 2 through 4, 2009. Please call Enjoy your visit! 937.425.0008 for the daily activities schedule. The Staff All events will take place on Huffman Prairie Flying Field, which is Dayton Aviation Heritage NHP accessible to the public through Gate 16-A, Wright-Patterson Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of
Air Force Base. The event is free and open to the general public.
Join Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Wright - Dunbar Village on Saturday, June 20, 2009 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm for music, ice cream, a printing demonstration and a neighborhood home tour to honor the one hundredth anniversary of Dayton’s Wright Brothers’ Homecoming Celebration. It all starts at the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center and Aviation Trail Visitor Center, 16 South Williams Street, Dayton, Ohio. For more information call 937.225.7705. Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of Summer Programs, May 23 - September 7, 2009 Children must be accompanied by an adult at ALL programs listed.
The Wright Cycle Huffman Prairie Flying Field Art in the Park Company Complex Interpretive Center A sense of community, respect and belonging
Hours: Hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Open daily 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Open daily 8:30 am to 6:00 pm Saturdays, July 11, 18, & 25 from Memorial Day weekend (May 23) to Labor Day (September 7), 2009 For a second summer, Dayton Aviation will team up with the K12 Gallery for free Art in the Park Wright-Dunbar Neighborhood Open daily 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Saturday sessions. Children, enrolled in Walking Tour rest of the year kindergarten through 6th grade, will have the 10:30 am opportunity to use their imagination, creativity, Daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day and talent while having FUN! (and on weekends in May) Learn about the history of the Wright- Wright Memorial Ranger Talk Programs are conducted at the Wright- Dunbar Village, the history of West Dayton, 1:00 pm Dunbar Interpretive Center and begin at and neighborhood of the Wright brothers Daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day 10:00 am and end at noon. and Paul Laurence Dunbar on a ranger-led Discover the past and present of the Pre-registration is required. Call Judi Hart at tour of the neighborhood. site -- topics include the ancient past of the 937.225.7705 or email [email protected] grounds, the memorial, the conservancy for more information and to obtain a district and the development of the air registration form. Participants must be signed in base. by an adult on the day of the activity.
First Flight Ceremony 10:00 to 10:35 am Thursday, December 17 Celebrate the 106th Anniversary of the First Flight with the annual wreath laying ceremony at the Wright Memorial located next to the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Park Ranger Mandy Murray shares her knowledge of the Wright-Dunbar neighborhood Interpretive Center on Wright-Patterson with visitors. Air Force Base. ...more special park programs: FREE! The Basics of Conducting Wright Brothers’ Genealogy Research in Ohio 1911 Wright B Flyer Simulator Life with the Wright Family “Let’s Go Fly a Kite! 1:30 pm Available all day 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Famous Kite Flyers Through History” Saturday, November 7 Have you ever wondered what it was like Saturday, May 9 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm The session will provide the basics of how to fly a Wright B flyer over Huffman Prairie Fourteen-year-old Carrie Kayler went to work Sunday, June 28 to conduct genealogy research in Ohio and and keep the aircraft balanced and in as a housekeeper for the Wright family in 1900, Find out how scientists and experimenters have an overview of genealogy resources in control, i.e., not crash? Well, here’s your and worked for them for nearly 50 years. Join used kites throughout history to further ad- Ohio. Subjects discussed will include: chance to see if you have what it takes to the adult “Carrie” to explore treasures of her vance the science of machine-powered flight. Census records, birth and death records, fly a vintage airplane and learn about the memory chest and learn what it was like to live Children of all ages come and learn how the marriage records, naturalization records Wright brothers. within this unusual family! Wright brothers first learned to fly using one of and estate records. In addition, other the oldest man-made flying devices: Kites. potential sources will be identified and “It’s in the Details: Wil and Orv as Printers,” discussed including military records, printing demonstrations Invention Station family histories, church records, funeral 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 11:00am – 3:00 pm home records, cemetery records and Saturday and Sunday Saturday, December 5 passenger lists. June 19-20, July 10-11, and August 7-8 Using common items, participants will design Wil and Orv were first printers and it took a inventions (to take home), learn problem-solving Wright brothers’ keen eye and attention to detail to get this job techniques, and show off their inventiveness, Homecoming Celebration done “Wright.” Watch a ranger demonstrate just like the Wright brothers. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Celebration the tedious process of printing in 1890 in the 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Home Tours To learn more about how you can fly a Wright room the Wright brothers used. Saturday, June 20 flyer like the Wright brothers visit Huffman Join Dayton Aviation Heritage National Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center. Historical Park and Wright-Dunbar Village for music, ice cream and a Huffman Prairie Flying Field Bike-With-a-Ranger home tour in commemoration of Come join us for a bicycle tour of historic Dayton with Bike-with-a-Ranger 2009. Sponsored by the the one hundredth anniversary of Ranger Talk National Park Service, this is a great way to explore Dayton’s history and learn more about the Dayton’s Wright Brothers’ Homecoming 10:30 am Wright brothers. Choose from three bicycle programs offered this year. Celebration. Call for more information, Daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day 937.225.7705. (except when the flying field is closed) Ranger-led talks explore the site where the Tour 1: Creative Dayton: Invention, Tour 3: A Living Legacy: Huffman Prairie to Wright brothers developed the world’s first Innovation, and Art in the Gem City Wright-Patterson AFB practical airplane and permanent flying 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (4 hours) 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (4 hours) school. Call the Interpretive Center Sundays, May 17 and September 20 Sundays, June 28, July 26, and August 23 937.425.0008 for current time and dates The Wright Cycle Company, 22 South Williams Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center concerning field operations. Street, Dayton Ohio 45402 2380 Memorial Road Ride stops include Engineers Club, the Dayton Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433 Prairie Workshop History Archives Center, the Oregon District, Ride your bike to the world’s first air field 8:30 am to 3:30 pm and the home of poet Paul Laurence Dunbar. and to Wright State University archives. Tuesday, July 14 This day long program will include Tour 2: The Gem City: Historic Homes presentations on prairie wildflowers and & Sites of Dayton Registration & Other Information: birds of the area. The program will also 8:30 am – 1:30 pm (5 hours) Pre-registration is encouraged. include a tour of the prairie, the geology Sundays, June 14, July 12, and August 9 You can also register at 8:30 am the day of the area and the formation of prairies. The Wright Cycle Company, 22 South Williams of the tour. The workshop will begin at the Huffman Street, Dayton Ohio 45402 Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center This somewhat challenging bicycle ride will stop Tours may be cancelled due to inclement at 8:30 am. Bring your own lunch! at locations that include Hawthorn Hill, weather. Participants are required to bring Call 937.425.0008 for information Patterson Homestead, Woodland Cemetery their own bicycles and personal gear, and registration by Tuesday, July 7. and Carillon Historical Park. including snacks and/or lunch. Helmets are The workshop is free to the public but Dayton Homecoming 1909 Hawthorne Street. required. For the latest information check Courtesy of Wright State University Special limited to the first 30 participants. Collections and Archives. our website at www.nps.gov/daav or call 937.425.0008.
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(NAHA) and its partners will celebrate the located throughout the National Aviation October 5 1905, when Wilbur flew at will over Dayton Region’s rich history of aviation and Heritage Area. The broad scope of the activities the prairie which convinced them that they 2009 the Wright brothers in 2009 with several special planned is a reflection of the roots of aviation. had truly perfected the airplane. events and programs. The upcoming year marks While the Wrights were responsible for invent - You are invited to join us for another great year th A list of activities and programs can be found the 100 anniversary of the Wrights’ Home - ing the airplane, many other aviation and of presentations during our 2009 Aviation at: www.visitnaha.com. coming Parade in Dayton, Ohio where in June aerospace developments were led by pioneers Heritage Speakers Series. This series is designed 1909 the brothers returned from a very success- who called the Dayton region home, such as to offer the public a variety of knowledgeable The National Aviation Heritage Alliance ful trip in Europe to be celebrated as hometown Warren Grimes, creator of the first aircraft speakers addressing topics related to aviation (NAHA) is a private, not-for-profit corporation heroes. To help commemorate that event, a landing light, or the first man to walk on the history through engaging discussion and first- operating as the management entity of the number of NAHA events will be connected to moon, Neil Armstrong. hand accounts. All of these talks are on Congressionally-designated National Aviation the homecoming theme. Also, in 2009 NAHA Thursday, 7:00 pm at the Engineers Club, th Heritage Area, one of 40 national heritage areas will recognize the 100 anniversary of the Some of the year’s highlights will include the 110 East Monument Street, Dayton, Ohio.
in the United States. NAHA’s vision is for Dayton Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of Wrights’ sale of their first airplane to the U.S. launching of new Wright brothers replica These events are free and open to the public. to become the recognized global center of Army Signal Corps, establishing aviation as part aircraft and simulators, the National Aviation Seating is on a first come, first served basis. of the United States military arsenal. The year Hall of Fame’s 2nd Annual REEL STUFF Film aviation heritage and premier destination for aviation heritage tourism, sustaining the legacy will see NAHA members participating in a Festival of Aviation in March, and a greatly For more information about these talks and of the Wright brothers. The National Aviation number of air shows both here and abroad, expanded Dayton air show, with United States other future speakers coming to the Engineers Heritage Alliance encompasses an eight county and hosting special programs throughout Air, Trade and Technology Expo taking place in Club, call Dayton Aviation Heritage National area (Montgomery, Greene, Miami, Clark, the Dayton region. July. In addition, there will be NAHA partners Historical Park at 937.225.7705 or 937.425.0008. in Europe participating in Wright brothers’ Warren, Champaign, Shelby, and Auglaize counties.) NAHA partners range from the National Park centennial events in the Netherlands. Later in Leslie Edwards Service’s Dayton Aviation Heritage National 2009, the Huffman Prairie Flying Field will 7:00 pm, February 26 Historical Park to smaller groups like the come alive with a commemoration of the A member of the Tuskegee Airmen Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of
“Experience,” Leslie Wright-Dunbar Edwards was a flight African-American History chief assigned to a unit at Tuskegee Army & Saturday Movie Matinees Air Field, the Tuskegee Army Air Corps Pro- Aviation Trail, To celebrate Black History Month, Dayton These films bring to light extraordinary gram, from 1941 to 1948. Mr. Edwards’ program Aviation Heritage National Historical Park will accomplishments of men and women of color on the Tuskegee Airmen “Experience” will Inc. Events showcase short films from other National whose exceptional exploits deserve to be better commemorate Black History Month. Parks, such as George Washington Carver known parts of U.S. history. These movies are Aviation Trail, Inc. National Monument, Central High School free and open to the public and can be viewed Paul Dye National Historic Site and Maggie L. Walker at the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center, 7:00 pm, March 26 2009 Events National Historical Site, in our Dunbar Theater located at 16 South Williams Street. For more Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of th beginning Saturday, February 7 through information, call the National Park Service Paul Dye has been Annual Trailblazer Award th the 28 , 2009. at 937.225.7705. with NASA’s Banquet & Ceremony Johnson Space Center 6:00 pm since 1980 as Senior Thursday, April 16 Flight Director for The event honors the birthday of Wilbur Wright NASA’s manned (April 16, 1867) and the Trailblazer Award Volunteers-In-Parks are Very spaceflight program, winner. The event will be at the Presidential and has served on 27 Banquet Center, 4548 Presidential Way, Important People (VIPs)! Space Shuttle missions. Mr. Dye will talk about Kettering, Ohio. Cost: $40.00, social at 6:00 pm, the Space Shuttle as seen by pilots - how it flies, dinner at 6:45 pm. Call 937.434.9108 for details and how missions are prepared and executed. and reservations. Volunteering is an American tradition that has VIPs come from all over the world to help made an immeasurable contribution to preserve and protect America’s natural and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of Sarah Byrn Rickman 106th Anniversary of Flight Celebration communities, organizations, and individuals cultural heritage for the enjoyment of this 7:00 pm, July 16 6:00 pm throughout the country. Today’s volunteers are and future generations. Volunteers of all ages Thursday, December 17 active, dynamic, creative individuals who give of their time and expertise to help achieve A former reporter and National Museum of the United States Air Force possess the skills, desire, patience, and time to the National Park Service mission. If you would columnist for The National Aviation Hall of Fame 2009 Inductee accomplish a wide variety of tasks such as: like to learn more about how you can become a Detroit News and the Announcement, Wright-Patterson AFB, working special events like the anniversary of VIP and what opportunities are available call editor of the reservations required. practical flight, greeting visitors, researching Mandy Murray at Dayton Aviation Heritage Centerville-Bellbrook Call 937.434.9108 assignments, working on a restoration plan or National Historical Park at 937.225.7705. gardening project. Times, Sarah Byrn Wright-Dunbar, Inc. Rickman is also a free- lance writer and author 2009 Events Hey Kids! of several books on women in the field of
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of aviation, particularly those who served as
Urban Nights Become a Junior Ranger! WASPS, the Women’s Auxiliary Squadron Ferry Fridays Pilots, during World War II. Ms. Rickman’s 5:00 -10:00 pm The National Park Service WANTS YOU to be a Junior Ranger presentation will focus on the valuable May 15 & September 11 contributions the WASPs made toward the Various locations along Being a Junior Who Am I? successful conclusion of that war. West Third Street Ranger is a great June 24- 27, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (between Broadway and Williams). Cost: FREE way for your child Participants will identify “Who” as they Guy Johnstone Call 937.224.1518 x229 for more information. to become involved learn first-hand about the people that 7:00 pm, October 22 with your National inspired the Wright brothers. Park. It is also a Guy Johnstone, Not Just Another Cycle Shop great way for the retired teacher and entire family to July 22-25, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm businessman, owns learn more about Aspiring Jr. Rangers will learn about the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of the Kittyhawk, Orville
Dayton Aviation many aspects of The Wright Cycle Heritage and about Company building and who inspired them Wright’s (shown at the National Park Service. It’s fun, FREE, to invent the airplane. right) vacation boat and easy! These programs address activi- used on Georgian Bay ties in the booklet. Puzzling Out a Poem in Canada. When any photo idea? August 12-15, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Johnstone decided to restore All interested future Junior Rangers, ages Participants choose from a grab bag full the boat he contacted Ivonette and Harold of words to craft a poem as they complete 6 -12, should report to the Wright-Dunbar Miller, Orville’s niece and her husband, Interpretive Center any time between a puzzle. and developed a lifelong friendship with them. 10:00 am until 4:00 pm to receive your booklet. Children must be accompanied Home movies of the Wright family in Canada by an adult. For more information and will be shown during his presentation. directions call 937.225.7705. Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Dayton, Ohio, Birthplace of
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Dayton Aviation Heritage Company Complex Flying Field Flying Field National Historical Park Interpretive Center Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center & Gate 16A off of State Route 444 The human imagination found its Aviation Trail Visitor Center Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433 2380 Memorial Road highest expression in three men from The Wright Cycle Company Building Hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (opposite the Wright Memorial, Dayton, Ohio: Wilbur and Orville 16 South Williams, Dayton, Ohio 45402 Open Thursday to Tuesday off Kauffman Road and State Route 444) Wright, first to fly a powered, PO Box 9280, Dayton, Ohio 45409 Closed Wednesdays Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433 heavier-than-air machine and creators 937.225.7705 (National Park Service) Subject to closure due to base operations. 937.425.0008 of the practical airplane, and Paul www.nps.gov/daav Free Admission Laurence Dunbar, who with his com- 937.443.0793 (Aviation Trail, Inc.) Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily pelling new voice was the first www.aviationtrailinc.org Open to 6:00 pm daily Other Ohio National Parks African American writer to win high Free Admission Memorial Day to Labor Day distinction in American literature. Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily Closed - Saturday, September 19 This park preserves sites associated Closed -- Thanksgiving, Hopewell Culture (USAF Marathon), Thanksgiving, with the Wright brothers and the December 25 & New Year’s Day National Historical Park December 25 , and New Year’s Day home of Paul Laurence Dunbar. 16062 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601 740.774.1125, www.nps.gov/hocu
Newsletter Editors William Howard Taft Judi Hart National Historic Site Education Specialist John W. Berry, Sr. 2038 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219 513.684.3262, www.nps.gov/wiho Gregg Smith Wright Brothers Cuyahoga Valley Visitor Use Assistant Aviation Center National Park 15610 Vaughn Road, Brecksville, OH 44141 Layout/Design 216.524.1497, www.nps.gov/cuva Dayton History at Carillon Park Gregg Smith Paul Laurence 1000 Carillon Boulevard, Dayton, Ohio 45409 First Ladies 937.293.2841 National Historic Site Contributors Dunbar House www.daytonhistory.org 331 Market Avenue South, Canton, OH 44702 Judi Hart 330.452.0876, www.nps.gov/fila Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30 am-5:00 pm Nicholas Georgeff 219 North Paul Laurence Dunbar Street Sundays 12:00 pm-5:00 pm Bob Petersen Perry’s Victory Dayton, Ohio 45402 Admission: $8.00 Adults Jessie Duckro & International Peace Memorial 937.224.7061 $7.00 Seniors 93 Delaware Ave, Put-in-Bay, OH 43456 Karen Rosga www.ohiohistory.org/places/dunbar $5.00 Children (3-17) 419.285.2184, www.nps.gov/pevi Gregg Smith Hours vary, call for current information. Free to Members & Children under 3 Mark Dues James A. Garfield Closed: Thanksgiving, December 24 & 25 Edward Roach National Historic Site and New Year’s Eve & Day. 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060 440.255.8722, www.nps.gov/jaga Comments? Write to : Superintendent Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park P.O. Box 9280 Dayton, Ohio 45409 937.225.7705 Navigating the Dayton Area Website www.nps.gov/daav
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ARE YOU A TEACHER looking for a great place to bring your class for a great experience? Then look no further!!!
YOUR school group is invited to visit and explore our park and learn about three
great men from Dayton, Ohio -- Paul Note: The Stewart Street ○○○○○○
Laurence Dunbar, Wilbur Wright and ○○○○○○bridge is closed and will Orville Wright, and about their families, reopen early in 2010. too. For more information about programs and what we have to offer, and to make a reservation, contact Karen Rosga, our Education Technician, at 937.225.7705.
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