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Top 8 Specialty Museums in Dayton, Ohio (OH)
It was in a small bicycle shop in Dayton that the Wright brothers imagined their aerodynamic principles and created their first gliders. The so-called "birthplace of aviation" remembers its lofty past with the National Museum of the U. S. Air Force and the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. SunWatch Indian Village and Archaeological Park offers a glimpse at an earlier history of the area. Dayton's vibrant arts and cultural scenes boast numerous museums, theaters and galleries.
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1. National Museum of the US Air Force
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,908 reviews
Reviewed By I6851YTnickg - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Fantastic museum, great staff, had a great day here, taking tours, using the cinema and flight simulators and looking at the great collection of aircraft on display here. It has the best collection of US aircraft ive ever seen, where else can you go and see a B36 peacemaker, a B2 spirit and a B58 hustler in the same room! Dont miss this place, its worth the flight to the US to visit this place! If you've never been go!
2. The Funk Music Hall of Fame & Exhibition Center
3. British Transportation Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Porthos7 - West Chester, United States
An absolutely incredible museum of all things transportation made by the British! You'll need about an hour and a half, it's wheelchair accessible, and make sure you call for an appointment, because it's all volunteers that works there, and I cannot say enough for the people that do work there, because they are the BEST! Go and see some incredible finds and some amazing types of vehicles!
4. America's Packard Museum - The Citizens Motorcar Co.
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4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By mykotse - Glendale, United States
A very historical place which is definitely worth the trip! The building was an original Packard dealership built in 1917. Has most of the original fixtures including the sales and service manager’s offices. The service department even has the original lubrication reel hoses hanging from the ceiling, and of course some very rare Packard... we loved it!
5. The Wright Cycle Company Complex
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4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By gatoreed - Metairie, United States
Visiting friends and decided to do a bit of sightseeing. Being a flier, the Dayton Aviation Heritage Hoover Block was of interest to me. The building, run by the National Park Service, is full of displays and information about the Wright Brothers. I joined a tour led by Ranger Robert Petersen. This is a 45 minute walking tour around the neighborhood where the Wright Brothers grew up. The Ranger new his material, in depth. He new the history of the neighborhood, Dayton, and was well spoken. Highly recommend a tour with him. This is a great stop if you are an aviation buff or with family interested in how flying started. What a surprise! This has been on my list of things to see for 5 years. Imagine my surprise when I am introduced to a modern, organized, 3-story building on South Williams Street which features the life and times of the Wright brothers (including their 3rd bike shop/aircraft invention workshop). The guides were well-informed and very friendly.
6. National Aviation Hall of Fame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By Tom_PGR - Acworth, United States
I loved the time I was able to spend learning about all the heroes. The interactive displays and videos are wonderful.
7. Paul Laurence Dunbar House
8. Dayton International Peace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
The Dayton International Peace Museum is the only one of its kind in North or South America. A member of the International Network of Museums of Peace, the Museum features permanent and temporary exhibits on subjects ranging from peace in art and music to the history of the Peace Corps, nuclear proliferation, gun culture, the border wall, and the Dayton Peace Accords. Exhibits are changed quarterly. The Museum houses the Peace Hero's Room, a Children's Room, a research library of books and media on every related topic to peace, a complimentary coffee and tea bar, two main galleries for temporary exhibits, Holbrooke Hall for large events including weekly yoga and meditation. The Museum is the main repository for all books submitted to the annual Dayton Literary Peace Prize. The Museum is open Friday thru Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. The Museum is free for members or a suggested donation of $8. Students are $5 and children under 12 are free. The Museum is located in downtown Dayton.
