DAYDESTINATION TON THE BIRTHPLACE OF AVIATION 2012 OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE 800/221-8235 Use your smartphone to scan the QR code WWW.DAYTONCVB.COM for more information. CONTENTS Climate Summary WELCOME TO DAYTON .............2 Month Avg. Daily Max. Temp Avg. Daily Min. Temp. Dec.–Feb. 37oF 21oF A DAY IN DAYTON ....................3 March–May 61oF 41oF ATTRACTIONS .........................4 June–Aug. 83oF 61oF Sept.–Nov. 64oF 44oF DAYTON AVIATION HERITAGE Emergency & Non-Emergency Services NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK .....8 Dayton Fire Department 937/333-4500 ARTS & CULTURE ....................9 Dayton Police Department 937/333-COPS Offices/Non-Emergency (2677) SHOPPING ..............................12 Emergency 911 Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office 937/225-4357 COMMUNITIES ........................15 Important Phone Numbers OUTDOORS .............................17 CONTENTS AAA Emergency Road Service 937/224-2841 Central Ohio Poison Center 800/222-1222 MAPS ....................................20 Dayton International Airport 937/454-8200 Dayton/Montgomery County Convention & 937/226-8211 DINING ..................................24 Visitors Bureau MEETING GUIDE ......................31 Hospitals The Children’s Medical Center 937/641-3000 ACCOMMODATIONS .................34 Dayton Children’s Springboro Outpatient 937/641-5725 Care Center CALENDAR OF EVENTS ............40 Good Samaritan Hospital 937/278-2612 Grandview Hospital & Medical Center 937/226-3200 DAYTON/MONTGOMERY COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS Kettering Memorial Hospital 937/298-4331 BUREAU, INC. Miami Valley Hospital 937/208-8000 1 Chamber Plaza, Suite A Miami Valley Hospital South 937/438-2400 Dayton, OH 45402-2400 Southview Hospital 937/439-6000 800/221-8235 • 937/226-8211 • Fax: 937/226-8294 www.daytoncvb.com Sycamore Hospital 937/866-0551 President/CEO: Jacquelyn Y. Powell 24-Hour Pharmacy Director of Marketing & Communications: Beverly Rose Director of Sales & Services: Anna Nash Kroger, 2917 W. Alex-Bell Rd., Dayton, 45459 937/294-7107 Controller/Director of HR: Bruce Stricker Walgreen’s, 1260 Central Ave., Miamisburg, 45342 937/859-3879 © Copyright 2012 Dayton/Montgomery County Convention Walgreen’s, 2140 E. Dorothy Ln., Kettering, 45420 937/395-0633 & Visitors Bureau, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced by any means without the written consent of the Convention & Visitors Bureau and Great Lakes Interpreting & Translator Services Publishing. 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Park and SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological The sky’s the limit for top-flight fun throughout Park are a few of the many attractions that make greater Dayton, located at the intersection of Dayton so appealing. The Dayton Dragons, a Class I-75 and I-70 — the crossroads of America. Here A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, pack Fifth Third two young innovators, Wilbur and Orville Wright, Field with entertainment that is always a home run. overcame the bounds of the Earth and taught the Unique shopping, dining and cultural experiences world to fly. In Dayton, you can trace the story of are not to be missed. The Dayton Ballet Company, aviation from its infancy in the Wright Brothers the Dayton Opera, the Victoria Theatre Association bicycle shop, along the 45 driving stops of the and Dayton Contemporary Dance Company offer Aviation Trail, at the sites of the Dayton Aviation outstanding cultural experiences to rival any city. Heritage National Historical Park, to the Wright- And with all our progress, our communities and Patterson Air Force Base featuring the latest our residents have maintained the warm, friendly innovations in aerospace technology. Midwestern charm and hospitality that makes you Dayton’s innovative spirit also is evident in our feel right at home. world-class attractions. The National Museum of We invite you to explore, to experience and to the United States Air Force is the world’s largest engage yourself in our community, and we pledge and oldest military aviation museum — and Ohio’s to do our best to make your stay here fun, exciting most visited free tourism attraction — featuring and memorable. Whether your visit to Dayton is for WELCOME more than 360 aerospace vehicles, from hot business, pleasure, a family getaway or a spur-of- air balloons to presidential aircraft. Stop in the the-moment day trip, we warmly welcome you. connected National Aviation Hall of Fame to learn For additional assistance in planning your about aviators who impacted flight history. visit, including special travel offers, promotions Our Five Rivers MetroParks offer nearly 16,000 and sample itineraries, please call the Dayton/ acres of green space including arboretums, Montgomery County Convention & Visitors Bureau at gardens, farms, prairies, lakes, rivers and extensive 800/221-8235 or visit www.daytoncvb.com. Gary Leitzell Dan Foley Jacquelyn Y. Powell Mayor of Dayton Montgomery County President/CEO Commissioner Dayton/Montgomery Deborah A. Lieberman Judy Dodge County Convention & Montgomery County Montgomery County Visitors Bureau Commissioner Commissioner 2 DESTINATION DAYTON 2012 A DAY IN DAYTON FROM HISTORY TO SCIENCE, ARTS, THEATER AND FINE DINING, DAYTON AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY’S OFFERINGS WILL AMAZE YOU 9 A.M. Begin your day at National Museum of the United States Air Force (937/255-3286, www.nationalmuseumaf.mil), the world’s oldest and largest military aviation museum. Exhibits run the gamut from the Wright Brothers’ legacy to today’s modern aircraft and space travel — and admission is free! During your visit, stop in the connected National Aviation Hall of Fame (937/256-0944, www. nationalaviation.org) to discover and be inspired by famous pioneers in flight. Embark on an incredible journey by entering the Race to Dayton’s Amazing Aviation Places Passport Program. Pick up your IN DAYTON A DAY passport at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, then visit Dayton’s most prized aviation heritage sites — having your passport stamped at 7 of the 14 sites listed qualifies you for a souvenir “Wilbear Wright” aviatior teddy bear. NOON When it’s lunchtime in Dayton, an expanse of delectable dining spots awaits. No matter what you’re in the mood for, pleasing your palate will be a sure thing at SideBar (937/723- 9415, www.sidebardayton.com), where South American cuisine meets Mediterranean fare, resulting in tasty small-plate gourmet pizzas, National Museum of the United States Air Force soups and sandwiches, meats and vegetarian delights. For dessert, try the neighboring SideBar Cafe, where you can enjoy hearty pastries and rev up on espresso in a cozy atmosphere. 1 P.M. After a great meal, get ready to explore the earth and beyond at the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery (937/275-7431, www.boonshoftmuseum.org), an interactive science center. Learn interesting facts about animals at the Discovery Zoo, which features river otters, a Burmese python, meerkats and other fascinating species, or try your hand in learning activity stations at Science Central. If you prefer you can spend your time at SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park (937/268-8199, www.sunwatch.org), a reconstructed village and interpretive center that showcases how the Fort Ancient Indians lived more than 800 years ago. 3 P.M. Delve further into Dayton’s aviation history at the renowned Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park interpretive centers and landmark sites (937/225-7705, www.npa. gov/daav). Before you leave, don’t forget to have your Race to Dayton’s Amazing Aviation Places passport stamped! When you have visited 7 aviation heritage sites, pick up your souvenir teddy bear at the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center. SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park 5:30 P.M. When it’s time for dinner, the biggest challenge you’ll face is deciding where to go. Savor a meal at one of the country’s great steakhouses, the Pine Club (937/228-5371, www.thepineclub.com), or head to Jay’s Seafood (937/222-2892, www.jays.com) for the freshest fish in town. 7 P.M. Take in a Broadway Series show when the Victoria Theatre Association (www.victoriatheatre.com) welcomes hit musicals “Jersey Boys” (Jan. 17–Feb.5) and “Wicked!” (May 30–June 4) at the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center (937/228-3630, www.victoriatheatre.com), where audiences also flock throughout the year to watch performances by the Dayton Opera, Dayton Ballet and Dayton Philharmonic. Visitors looking to peruse art galleries, delight in comedy clubs, restaurants and nightlife will find just what they’re looking for in the Oregon Arts District (937/224-1518, www.oregonartsdistrict.com). Film fans can congregate at The Neon (937/222-SHOW, www.neonmovies.com), an independent theater showing foreign and independent flicks. Oregon Arts District 800/221-8235 WWW.DAYTONCVB.COM 3 ATTR ACTIONS DISCOVER AVIATION, INNOVATION AND EXCITEMENT IN DAYTON AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY Carousel of Dayton Innovation at Carillon Historical Park Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park AULLWOOD AUDUBON Company, Carillon Historical Park and CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK various others.