NC Museum of History Wright Brothers Aircraft

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(4.5K) · History museum in Kill Devil Hills, United States
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Park where visitors can see a replica of the Wright Brothers' plane and receive an entertaining history of flight.

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Apr 3, 2025
Really nice museum and monument. It fall under the National Park Service so free with the yearly pass ($10 otherwise). Everything is set up well and the grounds give you a good feel of the task at ha…Full review by The_Lawson_Family
Apr 1, 2025
Allow at least a couple of hours to see this place. There’s the indoor museum including a replica of their plane. There’s a runway with markers to show how far they got with each trial flight. It’…Full review by 420Lyn1
Mar 31, 2025
This national park gives you a taste from back when the Wright Brothers, Wilbur and Orville were in their adolescences attempting their many attempts at flying in the sky with a man-made contraption.Full review by ryancodine

Questions & answers

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Is there an informational, historical film inside?
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Yes there is.
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Answer by Lynda H · Apr 1, 2025
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How much tim should b allowed to the the Wright Brothers monument?
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At least 2 hrs if you want to see all of it.
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Answer by Lynda H · Apr 1, 2025
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Can you bring bicycles and ride them around? Also, can you bring your own kites to fly?
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Yes I m sure you could bring bikes. I would also think you could fly kites on the back side of the tall monument as that is very much like a park area environment. Heck bring the kits …
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Yes I m sure you could bring bikes. I would also think you could fly kites on the back side of the tall monument as that is very much like a park area environment. Heck bring the kits start to fly them and see if what happens.
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how about wheelchairs for those who miight need them
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That should not be a problem. Though much of the memorial is outside, and the actual memorial is atop a large dune, the museum is single story with easy access. I took my …
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That should not be a problem. Though much of the memorial is outside, and the actual memorial is atop a large dune, the museum is single story with easy access. I took my mother there often while she was using a walker, and later a wheel chair.
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Can I bicycle along the walking paths?
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No. Automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, skates, or other vehicles are prohibited on the sidewalks and foot trails.
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