https://www.nps.gov/wrbr News releases from Wright Brothers National Memorial. en-us https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:53:00 EST Ahead of an impending winter storm, all National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed this weekend and will remain closed through at least the morning of Feb. 2. The Oregon Inlet and Ocracoke campgrounds are closing at 12 p.m. today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-dec-17-first-flight-anniversary-and-student-built-airplane.htm Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:08:00 EST On Dec. 17 at 8:30 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial, Dare County Schools, the First Flight Society and Outer Banks Forever will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 122nd anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-dec-17-first-flight-anniversary-and-student-built-airplane.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-closures-and-delayed-openings-due-to-hurricane-erin.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:58:00 EST The National Park Service will delay opening Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial until 12pm on August 21, 2025 due to expected impacts from Hurricane Erin. The Bodie Island Lighthouse will remain closed on August 21st, and will reopen once post-storm assessments are complete. All other facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-closures-and-delayed-openings-due-to-hurricane-erin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-will-reopen-at-normal-times-jan-24.htm Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:22:00 EST Following multiple days of snow and ice removal from park roads and sidewalks, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen at normal times on Friday, Jan. 24. Temperatures are expected to rise above freezing on Friday; however, visitors should use caution while driving and walking through the parks, particularly during the colder morning hours. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-will-reopen-at-normal-times-jan-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-to-remain-closed-jan-23-shoreline-erosion-public-meeting-postponed.htm Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:32:00 EST National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh) and Wright Brothers National Memorial will remain closed Thursday, Jan. 23. Fort Raleigh’s shoreline erosion public meeting, originally scheduled for Jan. 23, is postponed—a new date will be announced in the coming days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-to-remain-closed-jan-23-shoreline-erosion-public-meeting-postponed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-visitor-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm Tue, 21 Jan 2025 03:56:00 EST Ahead of an impending winter storm, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh) and Wright Brothers National Memorial will close at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21 and remain closed Wednesday, Jan. 22. Outdoor areas at the Seashore and Fort Raleigh will remain open. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-visitor-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-eight-fee-free-days-in-2025.htm Mon, 06 Jan 2025 03:24:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on eight days in 2025. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-eight-fee-free-days-in-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nmem-hosts-dec-17-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm Tue, 26 Nov 2024 04:04:00 EST On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial, the First Flight Society and Outer Banks Forever will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 121st anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nmem-hosts-dec-17-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-releases-names-of-september-28-airplane-crash-fatalities.htm Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:10:00 EST On the evening of Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, a single-engine airplane crashed into a wooded area at Wright Brothers National Memorial’s First Flight Airport (FFA). The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash of the Cirrus SR-22 airplane. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-releases-names-of-september-28-airplane-crash-fatalities.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/single-engine-airplane-crashes-into-woods-near-first-flight-airport.htm Sat, 28 Sep 2024 12:21:00 EST At approximately 5 p.m. today, a single-engine airplane crashed into a wooded area at Wright Brothers National Memorial’s First Flight Airport. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/single-engine-airplane-crashes-into-woods-near-first-flight-airport.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/enjoy-free-admission-and-outdoor-movie-on-national-aviation-day-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 06:00:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial, in partnership with the First Flight Society, will celebrate National Aviation Day on August 19, 2024, at the park and the Dare County Regional Airport. In addition to free entrance for the day and ranger-led educational programs, the park will stay open late for a special viewing of Disney’s “Up” on the lawn of the visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/enjoy-free-admission-and-outdoor-movie-on-national-aviation-day-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-monument-to-receive-condition-assessment.htm Thu, 01 Feb 2024 03:28:00 EST Contractors from Quinn Evans and Terracon will conduct investigative work from Feb. 5-8 on the Wright Brothers Monument to assess the monument’s condition. The assessment will inform the development of a Wright Brothers National Memorial project to address water intrusion and general maintenance needs for the 91-year-old structure. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-monument-to-receive-condition-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/weather-related-facility-closures-announced-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:26:00 EST Facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, will close ahead of anticipated impacts from a strong cold front forecast to bring strong winds, coastal flooding and ocean overwash Tuesday, Jan. 9 into Wednesday, Jan 10. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/weather-related-facility-closures-announced-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-eight-fee-free-days-2024.htm Tue, 02 Jan 2024 08:37:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on eight days in 2024. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-eight-fee-free-days-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/delayed-december-18-openings-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Sun, 17 Dec 2023 06:58:00 EST Due to anticipated impacts from severe weather conditions during the overnight hours, visitor facilities will have a delayed 12 p.m. opening Monday, Dec. 18 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. The Seashore’s Oregon Inlet and Ocracoke campgrounds will open when possible. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/delayed-december-18-openings-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-december-17-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm Fri, 08 Dec 2023 01:03:00 EST On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial, the First Flight Society and Outer Banks Forever will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 120th anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-december-17-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/mike-henry-named-chief-ranger-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:32:00 EST National Park Service law enforcement ranger Mike Henry has been named as the new chief ranger at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial (Outer Banks Group). Henry’s promotion from the Outer Banks Group’s deputy chief ranger to chief ranger occurred Oct. 22. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/mike-henry-named-chief-ranger-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-reopening-most-facilities-september-24.htm Sat, 23 Sep 2023 08:06:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening all facilities, except for the Cape Point Campground, at normal times tomorrow, Sept. 24. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-reopening-most-facilities-september-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-severe-weather-conditions.htm Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:33:00 EST The National Park Service has started closing facilities ahead of severe weather conditions at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Facilities are expected to reopen Sunday, Sept. 24, after post-storm assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-severe-weather-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/dare-county-schools-opens-aviation-lab-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:29:00 EST Dare County Schools and the National Park Service announced the opening of First Flight High School’s Aviation Lab at Wright Brothers National Memorial during an open house this afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/dare-county-schools-opens-aviation-lab-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-plan-to-reopen-most-facilities-sept-1.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:37:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial plan to reopen all facilities, except for Cape Point and Ocracoke campgrounds, at normal times tomorrow, Sept. 1. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-plan-to-reopen-most-facilities-sept-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-facilities-closed-aug-31.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:24:00 EST All facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed Thursday, Aug. 31, due to expected tropical storm strength winds and heavy rainfall. Once post-storm assessments are completed, facilities at the three parks will reopen to the public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-facilities-closed-aug-31.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/enjoy-free-admission-programs-outdoor-movie-national-aviation-day-2023-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:20:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial invites you to celebrate National Aviation Day with National Park Service rangers on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023. In addition to free entrance for the day and a variety of ranger-led programs, the park will stay open late for a special viewing of Disney’s “Planes” on the lawn of the visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/enjoy-free-admission-programs-outdoor-movie-national-aviation-day-2023-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-seven-fee-free-days-in-2023.htm Mon, 19 Dec 2022 07:39:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on seven days in 2023. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-seven-fee-free-days-in-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-first-flight-anniversary-event-2022.htm Mon, 05 Dec 2022 07:57:00 EST On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial, First Flight Society and Outer Banks Forever, will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 119th anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-first-flight-anniversary-event-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-urge-caution-during-periods-of-heavy-rainfall-strong-winds.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:45:00 EST From today through this weekend, visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial should use caution due to expected periods of heavy rainfall, flooding and strong wind. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-urge-caution-during-periods-of-heavy-rainfall-strong-winds.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-federal-government-contracts-in-dare-county-n-c.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2022 02:46:00 EST The National Park Service has several open government contracts for businesses to bid on at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-federal-government-contracts-in-dare-county-n-c.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/chief-engineer-mars-helicopter-to-speak-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-national-aviation-day-2022.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2022 03:22:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial is proud to welcome Dr. J. “Bob” Balaram, of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, to help celebrate National Aviation Day on Aug. 19 and 20, 2022. Dr. Balaram is the originator of the concept that became NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, and served as its chief engineer during its development, test and operations. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/chief-engineer-mars-helicopter-to-speak-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-national-aviation-day-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright_brothers_national_memorial_earns_accessibility_award_for_audio_description_programs.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:00:00 EST The American Council of the Blind announced on July 4 that Wright Brothers National Memorial was awarded the 2022 Achievement in Audio Description Award in the Visual Art/Museums/Visitor Centers/Organization category. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright_brothers_national_memorial_earns_accessibility_award_for_audio_description_programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/robin-snyder-selected-as-deputy-superintendent-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Thu, 26 May 2022 02:25:00 EST Robin Snyder was recently selected as the new deputy superintendent for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/robin-snyder-selected-as-deputy-superintendent-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/fora/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-educational-talks-and-tours-during-obx-history-weekend-2022.htm Mon, 14 Mar 2022 02:00:00 EST National Park Service staff at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial will provide educational talks and tours during this year’s OBX History Weekend. https://www.nps.gov/fora/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-educational-talks-and-tours-during-obx-history-weekend-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/group-of-eastern-north-carolina-national-park-sites-host-record-visits-in-2021.htm Thu, 10 Feb 2022 03:18:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial combined to host nearly four million visits in 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/group-of-eastern-north-carolina-national-park-sites-host-record-visits-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-weather-related-delayed-openings.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2022 07:32:00 EST Due to anticipated winter storm conditions, Wright Brothers National Memorial and the visitor centers at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Bodie Island Light Station will not open Saturday, Jan. 29 until 12 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-weather-related-delayed-openings.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/delayed-openings-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:21:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, Wright Brothers National Memorial and the visitor center at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site will not open Friday, Jan. 21 until 12 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/delayed-openings-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-six-fee-free-days-in-2022.htm Mon, 10 Jan 2022 02:44:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on six days in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-six-fee-free-days-in-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2021 02:55:00 EST On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial and the First Flight Society will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 118th anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-first-flight-anniversary-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/text-alert-service-launched-by-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:26:00 EST The public can now sign up to receive a variety of text alerts from Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Text alerts may include park operational updates, conditions, information on educational programs and more. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/text-alert-service-launched-by-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-experience-high-and-record-visitor-levels-during-first-six-months-of-2021.htm Thu, 22 Jul 2021 02:30:00 EST Over the first six months of 2021, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial experienced some of the highest levels of visitation ever recorded. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-experience-high-and-record-visitor-levels-during-first-six-months-of-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/meaghan-johnson-selected-as-chief-of-resource-management-for-national-parks-eastern-north-carolina.htm Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:18:00 EST Meaghan Johnson was recently selected as the chief of resource management and science for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Moores Creek National Battlefield and Wright Brothers National Memorial (National Parks of Eastern North Carolina). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/meaghan-johnson-selected-as-chief-of-resource-management-for-national-parks-eastern-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-go-digital.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:51:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial are pleased to announce several new ways for visitors to digitally connect with their national park sites. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-go-digital.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/state-transportation-nps-officials-mark-milestone-in-launch-of-self-driving-shuttle.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2021 05:34:00 EST The N.C. Department of Transportation and the National Park Service today announced the launch of the first self-driving vehicle to be tested at a recreational public lands site in the nation. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/state-transportation-nps-officials-mark-milestone-in-launch-of-self-driving-shuttle.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-break-january-visitation-records.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:55:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial had the highest levels of visitation in January 2021 than any other January on record. The Outer Banks Group hosted over 3 million combined visits in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-break-january-visitation-records.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-implement-federal-mask-requirement-for-covid19-prevention-and-protection.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:16:00 EST To protect the health of those who live, work, and visit national parks and National Park Service (NPS) facilities, and in support of President Biden’s Executive Order on Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing, NPS is immediately implementing a mask requirement for employees, visitors, partners, and contractors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-implement-federal-mask-requirement-for-covid19-prevention-and-protection.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-entrance-fee-frees-days-2021.htm Mon, 04 Jan 2021 02:54:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on seven days in 2021. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-entrance-fee-frees-days-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-virtual-only-celebration-event-on-first-flight-anniversary.htm Fri, 11 Dec 2020 02:36:00 EST On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Wright Brothers National Memorial, in partnership with First Flight Society, Outer Banks Forever, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, and National Aviation Heritage Area, will honor the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at an online, joint celebration of the first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-hosts-virtual-only-celebration-event-on-first-flight-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2021-commercial-use-authorization-applications-open-for-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 01 Dec 2020 19:51:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that the 2021 Commercial Use Authorization application process for Wright Brothers National Memorial, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2021-commercial-use-authorization-applications-open-for-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-and-cape-hatteras-virtually-commemorate-three-important-anniversaries-in-december.htm Thu, 19 Nov 2020 03:35:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial and Cape Hatteras National Seashore will virtually commemorate three important anniversaries next month. The special events will be available to watch on social media and Dare County’s CURRENTtv. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-and-cape-hatteras-virtually-commemorate-three-important-anniversaries-in-december.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-receives-approval-to-amend-general-management-plan.htm Mon, 02 Nov 2020 08:36:00 EST The National Park Service’s Interior Region 2 recently approved a Finding of No Significant Impact for the General Management Plan Amendment and Environmental Assessment for Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-receives-approval-to-amend-general-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/museums-at-cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-and-visitor-center-at-fort-raleigh-set-to-open.htm Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:52:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and consistent with North Carolina’s “Safer at Home Phase 2.5” executive order, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening three indoor facilities. The museum at Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen Saturday, September 5th. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/museums-at-cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-and-visitor-center-at-fort-raleigh-set-to-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-general-management-plan-amendment-environmental-assessment-for-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 25 Aug 2020 03:07:00 EST The National Park Service invites public review and comment on a General Management Plan Amendment Environmental Assessment for Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-general-management-plan-amendment-environmental-assessment-for-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-conduct-post-tropical-storm-isaias-safety-assessments-prepare-plans-to-resume-access-to-parks.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2020 10:44:00 EST Outer Banks Group staff conducted post-Tropical Storm Isaias assessments this morning at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. The assessments concluded that facilities that were open prior to the storm’s development are safe to reopen by tomorrow, August 5. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-conduct-post-tropical-storm-isaias-safety-assessments-prepare-plans-to-resume-access-to-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-closed-on-july-13-to-complete-pavement-preservation-project.htm Mon, 06 Jul 2020 06:34:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed on Monday, July 13th to complete a pavement preservation project. If weather precludes work on the 13th, the park will be closed on July 14th. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-closed-on-july-13-to-complete-pavement-preservation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/status-of-operations-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Wed, 13 May 2020 07:53:00 EST For the purpose of staying healthy while following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and Dare and Hyde County public health authorities, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are increasing recreational opportunities on May 22. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/status-of-operations-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial-announce-temporary-closures-of-visitor-centers.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 06:49:00 EST To minimize potential spread of the coronavirus disease consistent with federal, state, and local advisories, visitor centers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are temporarily closed, effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial-announce-temporary-closures-of-visitor-centers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2020-commercial-use-authorizations-open-wright-brothers-national-memorial-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 23:13:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that the 2020 Commercial Use Authorization application process for Wright Brothers National Memorial, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site is now open. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2020-commercial-use-authorizations-open-wright-brothers-national-memorial-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebrated-december-17-2019.htm Sun, 17 Nov 2019 23:30:00 EST On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service (NPS) will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 116th anniversary celebration of the first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebrated-december-17-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2020.htm Tue, 12 Nov 2019 07:24:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on six days in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/orville-wright-bust-found-on-kill-devil-hills-beach-investigation-continues.htm Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:26:00 EST The reproduction bust of Orville Wright, which was recently stolen from Wright Brothers National Memorial, was found this afternoon on the beach in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/orville-wright-bust-found-on-kill-devil-hills-beach-investigation-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/copper-orville-wright-bust-stolen-and-granite-mounting-base-damaged-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-tips-needed.htm Sun, 13 Oct 2019 04:42:00 EST The copper reproduction bust of Orville Wright, located at the foot of the Wright Brothers Monument, was stolen, and the heavy granite base that the bust was mounted to was toppled over and damaged last evening or early this morning. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/copper-orville-wright-bust-stolen-and-granite-mounting-base-damaged-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-tips-needed.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-reopen-portions-of-frisco-campground-on-saturday.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:45:00 EST With water service restored, at 08:00 am, Saturday 9/14/19, a portion of the Frisco Campground will reopen. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-reopen-portions-of-frisco-campground-on-saturday.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-hatteras-island-visitor-areas-at-noon-on-september-12-2019.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2019 01:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will open most visitor areas on Hatteras Island, including those in the villages of Frisco and Hatteras tomorrow, 9/12/19, at noon. National Park Service visitor areas and services on Ocracoke Island remain closed. The ferry between Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island is not accessible to visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-hatteras-island-visitor-areas-at-noon-on-september-12-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-evacuation-orders-begin-to-lift.htm Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:26:00 EST Evacuation orders begin to lift for Dare County. Restrictions remain for Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-evacuation-orders-begin-to-lift.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-park-remains-closed.htm Sat, 07 Sep 2019 02:48:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial remains closed pending damage assessments and mitigation post- Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-park-remains-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-and-wright-brothers-to-suspend-all-operations-sept-3.htm Mon, 02 Sep 2019 09:01:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will suspend all operations Sept 3 in advance of Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-and-wright-brothers-to-suspend-all-operations-sept-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-prepares-for-hurricane-dorian-ocracoke-services-to-be-suspended.htm Mon, 02 Sep 2019 04:20:00 EST The Outer Banks Group Prepares for Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-prepares-for-hurricane-dorian-ocracoke-services-to-be-suspended.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/help-shape-the-future-of-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 06 Aug 2019 04:31:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will host an open house for the public to learn more about a plan to amend its 1996 General Management Plan and to solicit public input. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/help-shape-the-future-of-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nmem-visitor-center-receives-leed-gold-certification.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2019 03:45:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial is pleased to announce that its visitor center recently received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. LEED is an internationally recognized green building certification system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nmem-visitor-center-receives-leed-gold-certification.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/apollo-11-event.htm Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:07:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial invites the public to help celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the First Lunar Landing through a series of special events from July 18-21. Wright Brothers National Memorial will be fee-free on July 20th, and open until 9:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/apollo-11-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_032.htm Tue, 25 Jun 2019 04:08:00 EST National Park Service staff at Wright Brothers National Memorial, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site look forward to greeting Outer Banks visitors over the Independence Day holiday next week. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_032.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_028.htm Thu, 06 Jun 2019 03:37:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial, in partnership with Outer Banks Forever, First Flight Foundation, and First Flight Society, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with a series of events from July 18-20. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_028.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_027.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:17:00 EST Today, at approximately 5:00 p.m, a paraglider that launched from Wright Brothers National Memorial's First Flight Airport landed in the trees. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_027.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_025.htm Thu, 30 May 2019 06:34:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 3,212,924 visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial in 2018 spent $203.1 million in communities near the parks. That spending supported 2,947 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $255.4 million. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_017.htm Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 7-13, 2019, the National Park Service commends Volunteer Harry Dollarhide for his remarkable dedication and time spent volunteering at Wright Brothers National Memorial. His passion for aviation and his service in the United States Air Force creates an engaging and unique experience for park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_017.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_007.htm Fri, 22 Feb 2019 07:02:00 EST The National Park Service will hold Commercial Services Orientations and Open Houses on Hatteras, Ocracoke, and Roanoke Islands to share information about the Commercial Use Authorization programs at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_007.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_002.htm Sat, 26 Jan 2019 03:00:00 EST With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will resume regular operations on January 26, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/19_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_054.htm Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:53:00 EST Beginning Thursday, December 6, 2018, Wright Brothers National Memorial will host a free Know Your Park: Aviation Speaker Series. The series will be held inside the newly renovated visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_054.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_053.htm Fri, 30 Nov 2018 01:52:00 EST On Monday, December 17, 2018, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service (NPS) will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 115th anniversary celebration of the first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. The event takes place outside of the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center and park entrance fees will be waived for the day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_053.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_052.htm Mon, 26 Nov 2018 06:16:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive its entrance fee on six days in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_052.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_051.htm Thu, 08 Nov 2018 02:02:00 EST The National Parks of Eastern North Carolina are pleased to announce that Dr. Tracy A. Ziegler has been selected to serve as the new chief of resource management and science for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Moores Creek National Battlefield, and Wright Brothers National Memorial (National Parks of Eastern North Carolina). She will manage the natural and cultural resource and research programs for all five parks. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_051.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_046.htm Thu, 04 Oct 2018 14:30:00 EST On Saturday, October 20, Wright Brothers National Memorial will hold a grand reopening ceremony for its National Historic Landmark visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_046.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_044.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:28:00 EST The National Park Service is delighted to invite the public to a concert and light art event at Wright Brothers National Memorial on September 29, 2018. Admission to the park grounds will be free from 5 pm to 10 pm. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_044.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_043.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2018 09:22:00 EST The grand reopening event for the Wright Brothers National Memorial visitor center is postponed due to delays caused by Hurricane Florence. The new reopening date for the National Historic Landmark visitor center is Saturday, October 20, 2018. Entrance fees will be waived on this very special day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_043.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_041.htm Sat, 15 Sep 2018 10:10:00 EST The majority of visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen on Sunday, September 16. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_041.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_040.htm Mon, 10 Sep 2018 10:27:00 EST Due to Hurricane Florence’s projected path toward the North Carolina coast, and due to Dare County’s mandatory evacuation order for visitors and residents, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will suspend visitor services and temporarily close all visitor facilities at 12:00 pm today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_040.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_037.htm Fri, 17 Aug 2018 02:49:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial recently hosted local teachers at an Education Lesson Plan Development Workshop to develop 16 new curriculum-based lesson plans for fourth and eighth grade students. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_037.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_035.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2018 03:45:00 EST The National Park Service is excited to announce that the Wright Brothers National Memorial visitor center will reopen on Saturday, September 29. Details for a grand reopening event will be announced later this month. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_035.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_028.htm Thu, 28 Jun 2018 03:45:00 EST National Park Service staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial look forward to welcoming visitors to the Outer Banks over the Independence Day holiday next week. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_028.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_020.htm Wed, 18 Apr 2018 01:00:00 EST The National Park Service announced recently that Wright Brothers National Memorial will modify its entrance fees to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs to enhance the visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_020.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_018.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2018 05:08:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac welcomes visitors and members of the local communities to visit Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial during National Park Week. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_018.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_013.htm Tue, 03 Apr 2018 09:17:00 EST Several public information sessions aimed at educating the local community on the risks of wildfires are scheduled for later this month. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_006.htm Thu, 18 Jan 2018 01:22:00 EST As a result of snow accumulation and hazardous conditions, Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_006.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_004.htm Mon, 08 Jan 2018 06:20:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen at 9:00 am on Tuesday, January 9. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_004.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_003.htm Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:38:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial to remain closed through weekend due to significant ice accumulation. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_003.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_002.htm Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:42:00 EST Due to continued hazardous conditions as a result of the recent winter storm, Wright Brothers National Memorial will remain closed on Friday, January 5. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_001.htm Wed, 03 Jan 2018 07:25:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed on Thursday, January 4, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/18_001.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_063.htm Thu, 14 Dec 2017 07:27:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial announced today that it will offer six days without entrance fees in 2018. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_063.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_062.htm Wed, 29 Nov 2017 02:47:00 EST On Sunday, December 17, 2017, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service (NPS) will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 114th anniversary celebration of the first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_062.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_061.htm Fri, 10 Nov 2017 05:41:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac wishes to thank all of the U.S. Armed Forces veterans who reside in Carteret, Dare, Hyde, and Pender Counties, including many National Park Service military veteran employees, for their service to the United States of America. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_061.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_053.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2017 14:50:00 EST Visitor services and facilities at Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen at 9:00 am on Thursday September 28, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_053.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_052.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2017 06:32:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will temporarily suspend visitor services and close facilities ahead of predicted tropical storm conditions, today, at 12:00 pm. Visitor services and facilities will reopen post-storm after assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_052.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_051.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2017 05:11:00 EST On Sunday October 1, 2017, Swiss Light Artist Gerry Hofstetter will illuminate Wright Brothers Monument as part of his Light Art Grand Tour USA. This special event is open to the public and admission to the park grounds is free from 5 to 10 pm. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_051.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_041.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2017 02:41:00 EST All visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening at normal hours on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_041.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_040.htm Tue, 29 Aug 2017 04:48:00 EST Due to potential tropical storm conditions, all visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be temporarily suspended starting at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, August 29, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_040.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_039.htm Mon, 28 Aug 2017 08:55:00 EST Weather forecasts indicate that there is a high likelihood that Potential Tropical Cyclone Ten may bring sustained tropical storm force winds and heavy rainfall to Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial this evening and tomorrow. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_039.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_034.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2017 08:44:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial and the First Flight Society invite you to celebrate National Aviation Day on Saturday, August 19, 2017. The park will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and entrance fees will be waived for the event. The opening ceremony will begin at 9:45 am at the large covered tent south of the temporary visitor center. This special event will provide opportunities to explore aviation from the time the Wright brothers first took flight through modern aviation and space exploration today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_034.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_013.htm Fri, 14 Apr 2017 03:20:00 EST National Park Week is April 15 to 23, 2017. National Park Week is an annual national celebration of people, parks, trails, heritage areas, national trails and rivers, seashores, historic sites, beautiful landscapes, and so many more remarkable places! The National Park Service encourages everyone to find their own connection to the vast network of public lands and places that protect and preserve our natural and cultural history. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_012.htm Mon, 10 Apr 2017 09:15:00 EST On April 20, join National Park Service staff at Wright Brothers National Memorial to volunteer during National Park Week. Help us paint the pilot’s booth from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Enter through the entrance station and let the attendant know you'll be participating in the volunteer event. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_007.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2017 08:28:00 EST National parks within the Outer Banks Group recorded 3,162,854 visits in 2016, the National Park Service’s centennial year. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_007.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_001.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2017 09:32:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, Wright Brothers National Memorial will close at 5:00 pm today and will remain closed through Saturday, January 7. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/17_001.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_0821.htm Thu, 08 Dec 2016 11:04:00 EST On Saturday, December 17, 2016, the National Park Service is pleased to be partnering with the First Flight Society to celebrate the 113th anniversary of the first powered flight, the centennial of U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation, and the centennial of the National Park Service. The anniversary event will take place at Wright Brothers National Memorial and entrance fees to the park will be waived for the day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_0821.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_078.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2016 03:30:00 EST There are 10 more reasons to enjoy Wright Brothers National Memorial in 2017. The park will offer free admission on 10 days in 2017. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_078.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_075.htm Tue, 18 Oct 2016 09:14:00 EST Starting this November, the historic Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center will undergo a rehabilitation project to preserve and restore its existing architecturally significant features and to rehabilitate its mechanical and electrical systems. A temporary visitor center will be available for visitors during the rehabilitation. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_075.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_070.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2016 06:23:00 EST Visitor services and facilities at Wright Brothers National Memorial have reopened. There is still standing water on some road sections in the park. Visitors should use caution when driving through these areas. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_070.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_069.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2016 03:48:00 EST Given the current predictions for the track of Hurricane Matthew, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and much of Cape Hatteras National Seashore will remain open today. Due to the continued Hyde County mandatory visitor evacuation of Ocracoke Island, National Park Service (NPS) visitor services on Ocracoke will remain closed today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_069.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_066.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2016 08:39:00 EST The Outer Banks Group is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Matthew. As of 8:00 am today, regional forecasts show that Hurricane Matthew is projected to approach and impact the Outer Banks at the end of this week. Park staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are currently preparing for potential storm impacts. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_066.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16-061.htm Sun, 04 Sep 2016 07:30:00 EST National Park Service facilities on the Outer Banks are reopening after closure from Tropical Storm Hermine. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16-061.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_060.htm Sat, 03 Sep 2016 14:00:00 EST Facilities and services at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will begin to reopen Sunday, September 4, post Tropical Storm Hermine. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_060.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_059.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2016 06:50:00 EST Due to potential impacts from Tropical Storm Hermine, visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial, will be temporarily suspended. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_059.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_057.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:42:00 EST The Outer Banks Group, which includes Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial, encourages all fourth graders to visit these national parks this year as part of the Every Kid in a Park program. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_057.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_056.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 06:56:00 EST Tropical Storm Hermine is expected to impact Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial tomorrow evening through Saturday evening. Regional forecasts show that the storm could produce tropical storm force winds and five to ten inches of rainfall, which may lead to flash flooding and persistent flooding of roadways, parking areas, and campgrounds. Other impacts associated with this tropical storm are strong rip currents, beach erosion, downed trees, and scattered power outages. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_056.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_053.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2016 06:00:00 EST It's the centennial year for the National Park Service and the agency invites people of all ages to discover the national parks in their community through volunteerism. Volunteers who contribute 201.6 hours of service between Jan. 1, 2016 and Dec. 31, 2016 can earn a Centennial Volunteer Challenge Coin. Will you accept this volunteer challenge? https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_053.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_049.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2016 17:07:00 EST Thursday, August 25, 2016 is National Park Service Founders Day and the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Park Service! Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to experience their national park sites on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Special Founders Day programs will be offered at each site, and entrance to Wright Brothers National Memorial will be free August 25–28. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_049.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_046.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2016 02:13:00 EST The National Park Service and the First Flight Society invite you to celebrate National Aviation Day on Friday, August 19, 2016, at Wright Brothers National Memorial. The event will celebrate 100 years of the National Park Service protecting America’s treasures and provide opportunities to explore aviation from the time the Wright brothers first took flight to the boundaries we push today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_046.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16-036.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 10:08:00 EST The Outer Banks Group is preparing for possible impacts from Tropical Storm Colin. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16-036.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_031.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2016 05:05:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2,743,338 non-local visitors to the Outer Banks Group of national park sites in 2015 spent $179.8 million in communities near the parks. That spending supported 2,815 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $225.4 million. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_031.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_025.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2016 11:12:00 EST National Park Week, April 16 to 24, 2016, is America's largest celebration of national heritage. It's about making great connections, exploring amazing places, discovering open spaces, enjoying affordable vacations, and enhancing America’s best idea—the national parks! It's all happening in your national parks. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_024.htm Fri, 08 Apr 2016 10:00:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 10-16, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers who work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. This past year these volunteers donated a total of 19,856 hours! https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_024.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_022.htm Mon, 28 Mar 2016 09:47:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating National Park Week by waiving admission fees April 16-24, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_022.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_016.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2016 04:38:00 EST On August 25, 2016, the National Park Service turns 100 years old. To celebrate the 100th birthday of America’s national parks, Wright Brothers National Memorial (NMEM) has planned many exciting programs. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_016.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_012.htm Fri, 12 Feb 2016 06:01:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, the Outer Banks Group national park sites (Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National), will close all visitor services including visitor centers and off road vehicle permit offices at 2 p.m. today. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_002.htm Wed, 06 Jan 2016 03:52:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national parks across the country in celebrating the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday by waiving entrance fees on Monday, January 18, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/16_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-offers-summer-programs.htm Tue, 19 May 2015 06:43:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. The summer schedule runs from May 22 – Sept 7, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-offers-summer-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Outer-Banks-Group-National-Parks-Create-Economic-Benefits-to-Local-Economy.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 11:15:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2014 shows that over 2.8 million visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial spent more than $170 million in communities in and around the parks. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Outer-Banks-Group-National-Parks-Create-Economic-Benefits-to-Local-Economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Spring-Programming-Announced.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 11:01:00 EST Learn more about your national parks! The Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial spring program schedule runs from Monday, April 27 through Thursday, May 21, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Spring-Programming-Announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Find-Your-Park.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2015 06:47:00 EST The Outer Banks Group of national parks join other parks, programs, and partners across the country to encourage everyone to find their park and share their stories online at FindYourPark.com. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Find-Your-Park.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Fee-Free-Weekend-at-Wright-Brothers-NM.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2015 06:38:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating the first weekend of National Park Week by waiving admission fees on Saturday and Sunday, April 18 & 19, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/Fee-Free-Weekend-at-Wright-Brothers-NM.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/website-changes-in-progress.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 09:13:00 EST As part of preparing for the 2016 centennial anniversary of the National Park Service, visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial websites will soon see changes. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/website-changes-in-progress.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-holiday-weekend-on-february-14-16.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 10:05:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating the Presidents’ Day holiday by waiving admission fees on Saturday through Monday, February 14, 15, and 16, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-holiday-weekend-on-february-14-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day-at-wright-brothers-on-january-19.htm Mon, 12 Jan 2015 11:20:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will waive entry fees on Monday, January 19, 2015 in recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day-at-wright-brothers-on-january-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/december-17-celebration-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Wed, 10 Dec 2014 08:59:00 EST On Wednesday, December 17, 2014, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 111st anniversary celebration of the first heavier-than-air powered flight. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/december-17-celebration-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/parks-offered-hiring-workshops.htm Fri, 21 Nov 2014 10:38:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site announce two workshops designed to encourage local interest in the 2015 summer seasonal hiring process. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/parks-offered-hiring-workshops.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/memorial-entrance-fee-proposed-for-2015.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2014 06:04:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial is proposing to increase the entrance fee into the Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/memorial-entrance-fee-proposed-for-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrance-fee-waived-for-veterans-day-november-11.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2014 08:27:00 EST Acting Superintendent Kym Hall announced today that Wright Brothers National Memorial will join national park units across the country in honoring current and former servicemen and women and their families. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrance-fee-waived-for-veterans-day-november-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/former-pavilion-demolition-project-begins.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2014 11:47:00 EST Acting Superintendent Kym Hall announced today demolition is underway of the former “Pavilion” structure at Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/former-pavilion-demolition-project-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/know-your-park-series-with-amanda-wright-lane.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 07:37:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues again this fall. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/know-your-park-series-with-amanda-wright-lane.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-27.htm Tue, 23 Sep 2014 09:37:00 EST Saturday, September 27, 2014, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced-for-wright-brothers-nm.htm Mon, 25 Aug 2014 06:56:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site) fall program season will run from Tuesday, September 2 through Monday, October 13, 2014. A variety of programs are offered--all programs are free. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced-for-wright-brothers-nm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-august-25.htm Tue, 19 Aug 2014 11:55:00 EST Monday, August 25, 2014 is National Park Service Founders Day and Acting Superintendent Kym Hall invites the public to experience their national parks here on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Special Founders Day programs will be offered at each site. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-august-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-2014.htm Tue, 12 Aug 2014 07:26:00 EST Tuesday, August 19, 2014 will be a family fun day as the National Park Service and First Flight Society, a park partner, celebrate National Aviation Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial, the birthplace of modern aviation. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-summer-visitor-center-hours-and-programs-begin-may-23.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 07:48:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. The summer schedule runs from May 23 – September 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-summer-visitor-center-hours-and-programs-begin-may-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2014-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 24 Apr 2014 09:27:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will run spring programs from Monday, April 28, through Thursday, May 22, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/2014-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-week-is-april-19-27.htm Mon, 14 Apr 2014 12:01:00 EST During this year’s National Park Week, April 19-27, Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks across the country, and those here on the Outer Banks. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-week-is-april-19-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-honors-longtime-volunteer-fred-hattman.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2014 05:23:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble recently recognized and honored Fred Hattman for his tremendous dedication and over 5,600 hours of service to Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-honors-longtime-volunteer-fred-hattman.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/february-15-17-is-fee-free-weekend-at-wright-brothers-nm.htm Fri, 07 Feb 2014 05:21:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating the Presidents’ Day holiday by waiving admission fees Saturday through Monday, February 15, 16, and 17, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/february-15-17-is-fee-free-weekend-at-wright-brothers-nm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm Tue, 28 Jan 2014 06:16:00 EST The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning and a Wind Advisory in effect for the region affecting the Outer Banks Group units, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, by mid- afternoon on Tuesday, January 28. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebration-december-17.htm Fri, 13 Dec 2013 06:10:00 EST On Tuesday, December 17, 2013, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 110th anniversary celebration of the first heavier-than-air powered flight. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebration-december-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nm-fees-waived-for-veterans-day-weekend.htm Mon, 04 Nov 2013 08:25:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park units across the country in honoring current and former servicemen and women and their families. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nm-fees-waived-for-veterans-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-28.htm Tue, 24 Sep 2013 06:05:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that on Saturday, September 28, 2013, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/august-25-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2013 07:26:00 EST Sunday, August 25, 2013 is National Park Service Founders Day and Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks here on the Outer Banks. The day will be a “fee free” day at Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/august-25-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-august-19.htm Mon, 12 Aug 2013 10:49:00 EST Monday, Aug. 19, 2013 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service and the First Flight Society celebrate National Aviation Day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-august-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-summer-programs-and-hours.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 06:59:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-summer-programs-and-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-history-day-contest-students-select-wright-brothers.htm Fri, 03 May 2013 05:51:00 EST Every year more than a half a million students participate in the National History Day contest. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-history-day-contest-students-select-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/spring-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 02 May 2013 07:12:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Cape Hatteras National Seashore) spring program season will run from Friday, May 3 through Friday, May 31, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/spring-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/a-wright-volunteer.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:39:00 EST For Fred Hattman, a natural storyteller and people-person, volunteering at Wright Brothers National Memorial is a good fit. So much so that he has donated almost 5,000 hours of his time to the National Park Service! https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/a-wright-volunteer.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-volunteers-honored.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:31:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 21-27, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers that work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-volunteers-honored.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-week-fun-facts.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:06:00 EST The Outer Banks Group parks--Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial-- are special places with special stories. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-week-fun-facts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-april-20-2013.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites children throughout the Outer Banks to take part in National Junior Ranger Day at their local national park sites on Saturday, April 20. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-april-20-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2013.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:05:00 EST During this year’s National Park Week, April 20-28, Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks across the country, and those here on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-family-fun-day-to-celebrate-wilbur-wright-146-birthday.htm Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:10:00 EST Tuesday, April 16, 2013 will be a “fee free” Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as the National Park Service celebrates Wilbur Wright’s 146th birthday. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-family-fun-day-to-celebrate-wilbur-wright-146-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day-at-wright-brothers-on-january-21-2013.htm Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:39:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday by waiving entrance fees on January 21, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day-at-wright-brothers-on-january-21-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/109th-anniversary-celebrated-on-december-17.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2012 04:04:00 EST Wright Brothers’ First Flight Achievement Celebrated on December 17 - 109th Anniversary Event Scheduled at Wright Brothers National Memorial https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/109th-anniversary-celebrated-on-december-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-at-wright-brothers-nm-on-veterans-day-weekend.htm Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:58:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park units across the country in honoring current and former servicemen and women and their families. Entrance to Wright Brothers National Memorial will be free to all park visitors Saturday, November 10 through Monday, November 12, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-at-wright-brothers-nm-on-veterans-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-29-2012.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2012 10:59:00 EST Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols announced today that on Saturday, September 29, 2012, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-29-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-august-19-2012.htm Mon, 13 Aug 2012 05:37:00 EST Sunday, August 19, 2011 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service and the First Flight Society celebrates National Aviation Day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-august-19-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/062512-national-park-service-summer-programs-have-started.htm Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:59:00 EST Summer programs started last week at the National Park Service Outer Banks Group. A wide variety of programs are being offered. Summer programs will run from June 9 – August 17, 2012. The summer program schedules include history talks, nature walks, and recreational programs such as surf fishing, cast netting, crabbing, seining, and snorkeling. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/062512-national-park-service-summer-programs-have-started.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-facility-temporarily-closed.htm Tue, 05 Jun 2012 06:56:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announces the temporary closure of the Wright Brothers National Memorial pavilion building due to recent flooding conditions as a result of heavy rains from Tropical Storm Beryl. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-facility-temporarily-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nm-fee-free-day-june-9.htm Mon, 04 Jun 2012 06:43:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining other national park sites across the country in celebrating “Great Outdoors Day” by waiving admission fees on Saturday, June 9, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-nm-fee-free-day-june-9.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:09:00 EST Be A National Park Service Junior Ranger! Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day – April 21, 2012 https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-national-park-week-april-21-29-2012.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:55:00 EST Visit Your National Park! National Park Week is April 21 – 29, 2012 https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-national-park-week-april-21-29-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/family-fun-free-day-april-16-2012.htm Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:07:00 EST Monday, April 16, 2012 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial from 10 am to 4 pm as the National Park Service celebrates Wilbur Wright’s 145th birthday. Wilbur Wright was born near Millville, Indiana on April 16, 1867. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/family-fun-free-day-april-16-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/free-holiday-weekend-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:09:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park sites across the country in celebrating the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday by waiving admission fees on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, January 14-16. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/free-holiday-weekend-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebrated-on-december-17.htm Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:35:00 EST Wright Brothers’ First Flight Achievement Celebrated on December 17 108th Anniversary Event Scheduled at Wright Brothers National Memorial https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-celebrated-on-december-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-on-veterans-day-weekend.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:18:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining national park units across the country in honoring current and former servicemen and women and their families. Entrance to Wright Brothers National Memorial will be free to the public from Friday, November 11 through Sunday, November 13, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-on-veterans-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/re-dedication-of-barnaby-plaque-and-presentation.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:46:00 EST As part of the SOARING100 celebration, on Saturday October 22, 2011 the National Park Service and the Soaring Society of America will hold a re-dedication ceremony for the Ralph Barnaby Soaring Plaque and the Barnaby Lecture at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/re-dedication-of-barnaby-plaque-and-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/re-dedication-of-the-barnaby-plaque-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2011 05:12:00 EST As part of the SOARING100 celebration, on Saturday October 22, 2011 the National Park Service and the Soaring Society of America will hold a re-dedication ceremony for the Ralph Barnaby Soaring Plaque and the Barnaby Lecture at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/re-dedication-of-the-barnaby-plaque-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-at-wright-brothers-nm.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:21:00 EST National Park Service staff of the Outer Banks Group, along with a volunteer from Manteo High School, recently participated in a belated National Public Lands Day event at Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-at-wright-brothers-nm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-august-19-2011.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:23:00 EST Friday, August 19, 2011 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service and partners celebrates National Aviation Day. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-august-19-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-reopens.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:42:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center will reopen for normal business hours, Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Visitor Center was closed on Wednesday, July 20th due to a small fire in an air handling unit motor at the facility. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-closed-due-to-fire-damage.htm Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:09:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center will be closed until further notice. A mid-morning fire in an air handling unit motor at the facility was extinguished and there were no injuries reported. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-closed-due-to-fire-damage.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/33rd-annual-wright-kite-festival.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:16:00 EST The 33rd Annual Wright Kite Festival will be hosted by Kitty Hawk Kites at Wright Brothers National Memorial on July 16 – 17, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/33rd-annual-wright-kite-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial will be joining other national park sites across the country in celebrating the first day of summer by waiving admission fees on Tuesday, June 21, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-to-be-celebrated-on-december-17.htm Tue, 07 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievement-to-be-celebrated-on-december-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-wright-brothers-nmem-entrance-fee.htm Tue, 02 Nov 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that in honor of current and former servicemen and women, Wright Brothers National Memorial will offer free admission to all park visitors on Thursday, November 11, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-wright-brothers-nmem-entrance-fee.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-visitor-facilities-to-start-winter-schedule.htm Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-visitor-facilities-to-start-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-entrance-fee-waived-for.htm Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Saturday, September 25, 2010, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate the 17th annual National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-entrance-fee-waived-for.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-fall-vc-program-schedule.htm Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-fall-vc-program-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-ops-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that all park facilities and most areas in the Outer Bank Group have reopened to the public and normal operations and services have resumed. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-ops-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/update-nps-reopenings.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/update-nps-reopenings.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-2sept10-1300.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-2sept10-1300.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-1sept10-1200.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST All park visitor centers in Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will close by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, and will remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-1sept10-1200.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-31aug10-1400.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/earl-update-31aug10-1400.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/aviation-day-2010.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Thursday, August 19, 2010 will be a family fun day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service celebrates National Aviation Day and Orville Wright’s 139th birthday. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/aviation-day-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-weekend-aug2010.htm Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-weekend-aug2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/americas-favorite-park-contest.htm Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/americas-favorite-park-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/teacherranger2010.htm Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Four Teacher-Rangers who started work with the National Park Service Outer Banks Group last week are already in uniform and learning much about the Group’s parks. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/teacherranger2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/feefreeweekends2010.htm Mon, 31 May 2010 20:00:00 EST On Saturday and Sunday, June 5-6, 2010 entrance fees for Wright Brothers National Memorial will be waived for park visitors. The next “fee-free” weekend will take place on August 14-15. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/feefreeweekends2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-and-first-flight-foundation-partnership-continues.htm Tue, 25 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray and Executive Director Lola Hilton recently announced the participation of several First Flight Foundation members along with the Outer Banks Group staff in a week-long “Friends Group Workshop” conducted by the National Park Service (NPS) and held on the Chattahoochee River near Atlanta. A new “friends agreement” between the Park Service and the Foundation is currently being developed in order to continue the productive working relationship that has improved the visitor experience at Wright Brothers National Memorial since the early 1990s. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-and-first-flight-foundation-partnership-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-summer-programs-to-start.htm Sun, 23 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-summer-programs-to-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-2010-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-2010-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-24-april-2010.htm Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-24-april-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers-2010.htm Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-during-national-park-week.htm Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-during-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wright-143rd-birthday-celebration-a-family-fun-day.htm Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Friday, April 16, 2010 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the National Park Service celebrates Wilbur Wright’s 143rd birthday. Entrance fees will be waived for the event. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wright-143rd-birthday-celebration-a-family-fun-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-series-by-ken-burns-returns-to-pbs-this-month.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST The popular Ken Burns’ “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” series begins its encore PBS broadcast with the first episode airing on January 27, 2010. It will then appear on consecutive Wednesdays through March 3rd. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-series-by-ken-burns-returns-to-pbs-this-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-administrative-offices-and-fort-raleigh-visitor-center-temporarily-closed.htm Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-administrative-offices-and-fort-raleigh-visitor-center-temporarily-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievemen222t-to-be-celebrated-on-december-17-2009.htm Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-achievemen222t-to-be-celebrated-on-december-17-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/veterans-day-exhibit-at-wright-brothers-nmem-features-nc-blackhawk-helicopter-crewman.htm Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST In 2004, eight North Carolina Army National Guard Blackhawk helicopter units served in the Iraq war with the distinction of being the first North Carolina Blackhawk crewmen to serve. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/veterans-day-exhibit-at-wright-brothers-nmem-features-nc-blackhawk-helicopter-crewman.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-on-veterans-day-november-11-2009.htm Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-on-veterans-day-november-11-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-volunteer-joe-hardman-celebrates-20-years-of-service.htm Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-volunteer-joe-hardman-celebrates-20-years-of-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hop-into-a-national-park.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Saturday, September 19, 2009 will be a National Park Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the National Park Service and UNCTV celebrate America’s national treasures.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hop-into-a-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-fall-visitor-center-lighthouse-hours-and-program-schedule.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-fall-visitor-center-lighthouse-hours-and-program-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/student-participates-in-nps-youth-partnership-program.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/student-participates-in-nps-youth-partnership-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-three-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-three-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-summer-week-ends.htm Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service offers two upcoming “fee-free” weekends to encourage Americans seeking affordable vacations to visit their national treasures.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fee-free-summer-week-ends.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-programs-enjoyed-by-outer-banks-visitors.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Each year, the National Park Service offers a wealth of free interpretive programs for visitors at the Outer Banks Group parks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Last year, these National Park Service sites, combined, gave 4,454 scheduled programs that were attended by over 226,000 visitors. Additionally, 58,220 visitors attended film presentations and 11,175 children were sworn in as Junior Rangers. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-programs-enjoyed-by-outer-banks-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/teacher-rangers-getting-to-know-our-national-parks.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/teacher-rangers-getting-to-know-our-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/feefreesummerweekends.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/feefreesummerweekends.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-2009-programs-to-start.htm Sun, 17 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-2009-programs-to-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/paul-stevens-selected-as-chief-ranger-for-outer-banks-group.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that long-time Outer Banks Group employee Paul K. Stevens has been selected as the next Chief Ranger for the Outer Banks.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/paul-stevens-selected-as-chief-ranger-for-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/work-on-projects.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/work-on-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-2009-program-schedule-announced.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-2009-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-and-dare-community-crime-line.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-and-dare-community-crime-line.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger-april-25-2009.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger-april-25-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-celebration.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hyde-and-dare-county-schools-to-participate-in-nps-teacher-program.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 19:00:00 EST Hyde and Dare County Schools have signed agreements with the National Park Service Outer Banks Group to participate in a National Park Service teacher developmental program, “Teacher–Ranger–Teacher”, this coming summer. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/hyde-and-dare-county-schools-to-participate-in-nps-teacher-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/012909-kyp-delma-freeman-speaks-on-spaceflight.htm Wed, 28 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/012909-kyp-delma-freeman-speaks-on-spaceflight.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-visitor-centers-close-for-winter-storm.htm Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST As a winter storm sweeps across the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Superintendent Mike Murray announced that all Outer Banks Group visitor centers and Wright Brothers National Monument will be closed as of 2:30 p.m., January 20, 2009.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-visitor-centers-close-for-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-celebration-2008.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-first-flight-celebration-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-2008-visitor-survey-card-reports.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the results of annual visitor surveys for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are available on-line.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-2008-visitor-survey-card-reports.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-the-outer-banks-group.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-the-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-outer-banks-group-now-accepts-presidential-one-dollar-coins.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST In compliance with the Presidential $1 Coin Act, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group units are now able to accept and dispense the Presidential $1 Coins in their business operations. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-outer-banks-group-now-accepts-presidential-one-dollar-coins.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrancefeeswaived.htm Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/entrancefeeswaived.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fallprogramschedule.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group will offer a variety of free ranger-led programs this fall at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/fallprogramschedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/first-flight-society-donation-helps-flight-ranger-program-take-0ff.htm Sun, 10 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Michael B. Murray and First Flight Society President Bill Harris today announced a First Flight Society donation of $2000 to support the Wright Brothers National Memorial Flight Ranger Program. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/first-flight-society-donation-helps-flight-ranger-program-take-0ff.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-events-taking-place-throughout-the-day.htm Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Tuesday, August 19, 2008 will be a family fun day at the Wright Brothers National Memorial from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the National Park Service celebrates National Aviation Day. The event is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial-events-taking-place-throughout-the-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/kite-making.htm Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial Volunteer Don Dailey of Kitty Hawk helps future flier B.J. from central Virginia get his lines straight during a kite-making program this past Tuesday morning. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/kite-making.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-begins-weekly-tours-of-the-wright-monument.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-begins-weekly-tours-of-the-wright-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/monument-to-open-following-restoration-provided-by-first-flight-foundation.htm Mon, 16 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/monument-to-open-following-restoration-provided-by-first-flight-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/100-years-of-passenger-flight-to-be-celebrated-on-may-14.htm Thu, 08 May 2008 20:00:00 EST On Wednesday, May 14, with a program and aircraft fly-by, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the world’s first of the passenger flight, yet another milestone achievement by the Wright brothers in May 14, 1908. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/100-years-of-passenger-flight-to-be-celebrated-on-may-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-family-fun-day-to-celebrate-the-centennial-of-worlds-first-passenger-flight.htm Sun, 04 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-family-fun-day-to-celebrate-the-centennial-of-worlds-first-passenger-flight.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/know-your-park-ecu-students-present-research-on-1908-wright-brothers-events.htm Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/know-your-park-ecu-students-present-research-on-1908-wright-brothers-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-141st-birthday-to-be-celebrated-on-april-16-events-taking-place-throughout-the-day-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-141st-birthday-to-be-celebrated-on-april-16-events-taking-place-throughout-the-day-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-joins-france-in-celebrating-wrights-success-coulaines-france-kite-festival-kicks-off-french-celebration.htm Sun, 09 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST In May of 1908, nearly 100 years ago on soil far from Dayton, Ohio or the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Wilbur Wright captured the attention and admiration of Europeans, as crowds of French citizens witnessed the wonder of true powered flight. After their achievement of the first flight in 1903, and with little success in promoting their flying machine in their own country, the Wrights’ took their invention across the Atlantic to France in 1908. In May of that year, through a series of airplane flights such as had never been seen, the “Age of Flight,” or perhaps more appropriately the “Age of Wright,” was now a reality to the world. This year, in 2008, events celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Wilbur Wright’s first powered flights in Europe are now underway. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-joins-france-in-celebrating-wrights-success-coulaines-france-kite-festival-kicks-off-french-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebration-of-wright-brothers-dauntless-achievement.htm Sun, 09 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST It lasted 12 seconds and covered 120 feet. The very first powered flight achieved by Wilbur and Orville Wright near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina on December 17, 1903 changed the course of history and reshaped the future. The 104th anniversary of the first flight will be celebrated at Wright Brothers National Memorial on Monday, December 17, 2007. This event is presented by the local Outer Banks communities, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebration-of-wright-brothers-dauntless-achievement.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-to-all-veterans-on-veterans-day-november-11.htm Mon, 05 Nov 2007 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-waives-entrance-fees-to-all-veterans-on-veterans-day-november-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/no-fee-charged-at-wright-brothers-nmem-on-national-public-lands-day.htm Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST Saturday, Sept. 29 is National Public Lands Day, an annual event that provides opportunities for the public to participate in volunteer projects. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/no-fee-charged-at-wright-brothers-nmem-on-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-and-first-flight-foundation-sign-memorandum-of-agreement.htm Mon, 03 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-and-first-flight-foundation-sign-memorandum-of-agreement.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-our-nations-aviation-heritage-on-national-aviation-day.htm Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST Throughout the day on Sunday, August 19, 2007, there will be fun for the whole family as National Aviation Day and Orville Wright’s birthday is celebrated at Wright Brothers National Memorial.  https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/celebrate-our-nations-aviation-heritage-on-national-aviation-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-volunteer-honored.htm Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-volunteer-honored.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-decision-on-wright-brothers-airplane-tours.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-decision-on-wright-brothers-airplane-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/first-flight-society-helps-flight-ranger-program-take-off.htm Mon, 28 May 2007 20:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray and First Flight Society President Bill Harris today announced a First Flight Society donation of $4,000 to support the Wright Brothers National Memorial Flight Ranger Program. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/first-flight-society-helps-flight-ranger-program-take-off.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-to-be-celebrated-april.htm Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST On Monday, April 16, 2007, Wilbur Wright’s 140th birthday will be celebrated at Wright Brothers National Memorial from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-to-be-celebrated-april.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-dauntless-achievement-celebrated.htm Wed, 06 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST 103rd Anniversary Ceremony to Salute Wilbur and Orville Wright's First Powered Flight https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-dauntless-achievement-celebrated.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-hosts-open-house-to-provide-information-and-seek-public-comment-on-reestablishment-of-commercial-air-tours-at-wright-brothers-national-monument.htm Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-hosts-open-house-to-provide-information-and-seek-public-comment-on-reestablishment-of-commercial-air-tours-at-wright-brothers-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-sites-reopen.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center and gates will open Saturday, September 2, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-sites-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-openings-and-closures.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Wright Brothers National Memorial is closed due to extensive flooding in the parking lot, minor leaks in the Visitor Center roof and the hanger building of the Pavilion. This unit of the Outer Banks Group will remain closed today and will reopen when flooded parking lot conditions abate and the damage assessment of the facilities can be completed. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/outer-banks-group-openings-and-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-honored-with-special-programs-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-aviation-day-honored-with-special-programs-at-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-programs-to-start.htm Sun, 07 May 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-programs-to-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-to-be-celebrated.htm Sun, 09 Apr 2006 20:00:00 EST On April 15 and 16, 2006, there will be a two-day festive celebration of Wilbur Wright’s birthday at Wright Brothers National Memorial to picnic, play, and have fun just as the Wright brothers would. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wilbur-wrights-birthday-to-be-celebrated.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm Thu, 02 Mar 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-entrance-fees-increase.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2006 19:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent, Michael B. Murray, announced today that effective April 22, 2006, the per person entrance fee will increase. The entrance fee will increase to $4.00 per person and their receipt will be valid for seven days. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-entrance-fees-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/park-service-appoints-superintendent-at-outer-banks-group-nc.htm Thu, 17 Nov 2005 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/park-service-appoints-superintendent-at-outer-banks-group-nc.htm