Wright Brothers National Memorial

First flight landing spot

Quick Facts

Location:

Kill Devil Hills, NC

Significance:

Historical site

Designation:

National Memorial

Amenities

15 listed

Entrance Passes For Sale, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Parking - Auto, Parking - Boat Trailer, Parking - Bus/RV, Picnic Table, Restroom - Accessible, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Tactile Exhibit, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Water - Drinking/Potable, Wheelchair Accessible

Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903.

With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.

Today, what the brothers achieved here is commemorated and memorialized.

For more information visit the website or the Wright Brothers National Memorial section of the NPS Mobile App.