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Carillon Historical Park From the airplane to the cash register to the pop-top, you can't go a day without Dayton™.
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Carillon Historical Park — a 65-acre open-air museum that houses the Wright Brothers National Museum — tells the stories of how Dayton, Ohio, changed the world. The "Official" page for Dayton History - Carillon Historical Park

Carillon Historical Park inspires generations by connecting them with the unique people, places, and events that changed Dayton and the world.

🍺 🍻 Carillon Brewing Co. — the nation's only production brewery in a museum — has NEW HOURS: Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–7...
09/30/2026

🍺 🍻 Carillon Brewing Co. — the nation's only production brewery in a museum — has NEW HOURS: Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. While food service is currently unavailable at the brewery, anyone visiting Carillon Historical Park can enjoy the fantastic menu at Culp's Café — open Tuesday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 🍽️

As the only U.S. brewery that replicates the historic brewing process, Carillon Brewing Co. will continue to offer visitors samples, flights, brewing demonstrations, historically brewed craft beers and more.

A truly one-of-a-kind place, the brewery gives visitors a taste of 1850s-era Dayton through the authentically prepared drink of the times!

🚂 26 YEARS AGO TODAY!🏛️ On Sept. 30, 2000, Carillon Park’s rare wooden railroad cars were preserved for future generatio...
09/30/2026

🚂 26 YEARS AGO TODAY!

🏛️ On Sept. 30, 2000, Carillon Park’s rare wooden railroad cars were preserved for future generations when they were moved indoors for the first time.

🛤️ The James F. Dicke Family Transportation Center, dedicated on Sept. 30, provided the historic railroad cars with protection from the extremes of Ohio weather while allowing visitors to enjoy these remarkable pieces of Dayton’s transportation history.

❤️ Become a member and help preserve Dayton’s world-changing past for future generations! 👉 daytonhistory.org/membership

🍺🍻Carillon Brewing Co. remains open for business Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Our purpose remains the same: to bring...
09/28/2026

🍺🍻Carillon Brewing Co. remains open for business Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Our purpose remains the same: to bring Dayton’s brewing heritage to life through live brewing demonstrations, costumed interpreters and an array of beers, all in a one-of-a-kind historic setting.

Sadly, our partnership with Dayton BBQ has come to an end. It was a great run, and we’ll miss their amazing barbecue. We wish them the best in their next venture.

Food service will resume at Carillon Brewing Co. very soon. Stay tuned!

📚 ANN HAGEDORN AT CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK!RESERVE YOUR SPOT! ☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137FREE to the public🌟 Dayton native...
09/26/2026

📚 ANN HAGEDORN AT CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK!

RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137
FREE to the public

🌟 Dayton native Ann Hagedorn is an award-winning author and former Wall Street Journal staff writer whose career has taken her deep into some of history’s most fascinating stories. Join her at Carillon Historical Park this Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m., as she discusses her latest book, Sleeper Agent.

🕵️‍♂️ Sleeper Agent tells the remarkable story of George Koval, an American-born Soviet spy who infiltrated the Dayton Project and stole nuclear secrets, helping the Soviet Union develop its first atomic bomb.

📍 Carillon Historical Park

🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 29 • 7 p.m.

🎟️ Free to the Public

☎️ Reservations: 937-293-2841, Ext. 137

❤️ Become a member — preserve Dayton’s world-changing past for future generations!

👉 daytonhistory.org/membership

🍂 ACT FAST! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE! 🍂🍽️ Tavern Dinner Harvest Feast🏛️ Carillon Historical Park🎟️ Tickets: shop.dayton...
09/25/2026

🍂 ACT FAST! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE! 🍂

🍽️ Tavern Dinner Harvest Feast
🏛️ Carillon Historical Park

🎟️ Tickets: shop.daytonhistory.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventid=1000003

☎️ Or call 937-293-2841

❤️ Become a member and help preserve Dayton’s world-changing past for future generations!

👉 daytonhistory.org/membership

✈️ 118 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH🇺🇸 SEPTEMBER 1908: THE WRIGHT BROTHERS CONDUCT FLIGHTS FOR THE U.S. ARMYFor a little over two...
09/24/2026

✈️ 118 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

🇺🇸 SEPTEMBER 1908: THE WRIGHT BROTHERS CONDUCT FLIGHTS FOR THE U.S. ARMY

For a little over two years, Wilbur and Orville Wright searched for buyers for their flying machine and worked to secure their patent. During this difficult time, they did not fly.

🌎 Governments in the United States and Europe were reluctant to buy the Wright brothers’ invention sight unseen. Their eventual success had much to do with the people who believed in them, including U.S. Army Signal Corps Lt. Frank Lahm, Hart Berg and Harry Toulmin, who helped secure their patent in 1906.

🎖️ U.S. Army Signal Corps Lt. Frank Lahm played an important role in getting the Army to seriously consider powered heavier-than-air machines. After meeting with Wilbur, the Army subsequently issued Signal Corps Specification No. 486, soliciting bids for an airplane. The Wright brothers won the bid.

✈️ In September 1908, Orville Wright conducted flights for the U.S. Army, demonstrating the potential of the brothers’ revolutionary invention.

📍 See the 1905 Wright Flyer III — the world’s first practical airplane — at Carillon Historical Park.

❤️ Become a member and help preserve Dayton’s world-changing past for future generations!

📸 Lt. Frank Lahm

👉 daytonhistory.org/membership

📖 FREE TALK! RESERVE YOUR SPOT! ☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137🏛️ Dayton native, former Wall Street Journal staff writer and a...
09/23/2026

📖 FREE TALK! RESERVE YOUR SPOT! ☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137

🏛️ Dayton native, former Wall Street Journal staff writer and award-winning author Ann Hagedorn will be at Carillon Historical Park next Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. to discuss her most recent book, Sleeper Agent.

🕵️‍♂️ The book tells the remarkable story of George Koval, an American-born Soviet spy who infiltrated the Dayton Project and stole nuclear secrets, helping the Soviet Union develop its first atomic bomb.

📍 Eichelberger Pavilion at Carillon Historical Park
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29 • 7 p.m.
🎟️ Free to the Public
📞 Reservations: 937-293-2841, Ext. 137

❤️ Become a member — preserve Dayton's world-changing past for future generations!

daytonhistory.org/membership

📖 FREE TALK! RESERVE YOUR SPOT! ☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137🏛️ Dayton native, former Wall Street Journal staff writer and a...
09/22/2026

📖 FREE TALK! RESERVE YOUR SPOT! ☎️ 937-293-2841, EXT. 137

🏛️ Dayton native, former Wall Street Journal staff writer and award-winning author Ann Hagedorn will be at Carillon Historical Park next Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. to discuss her most recent book, Sleeper Agent.

🕵️‍♂️ The book tells the remarkable story of George Koval, an American-born Soviet spy who infiltrated the Dayton Project and stole nuclear secrets, helping the Soviet Union develop its first atomic bomb.

📍 Eichelberger Pavilion at Carillon Historical Park
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 29 • 7 p.m.
🎫 Free to the Public
☎️ Reservations: 937-293-2841, Ext. 137

❤️ Become a member — preserve Dayton's world-changing past for future generations!
🔗 daytonhistory.org/membership

🍁 HAPPY FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN! 🍂🏡 What better way to celebrate than with our Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea at Patterson ...
09/22/2026

🍁 HAPPY FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN! 🍂

🏡 What better way to celebrate than with our Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea at Patterson Homestead on Sunday, Sept. 27, from 2–4 p.m. Limited tickets!

📜 Established in 1816, Patterson Homestead was once home to Revolutionary War soldier and Lexington, Ky., founder, Col. Robert Patterson, and National Cash Register Co. founder, John H. Patterson.

🫖 During this special Victorian Afternoon Tea, guests will enjoy a three-course meal served by costumed interpreters, learn about the remarkable Patterson family and explore the historic Homestead.

✨ Become a Dayton History member! Membership offers year-round opportunities to explore Dayton’s remarkable history while supporting the preservation of the places and stories that make our community unique. ❤️ daytonhistory.org/membership

🎟️ Tickets are limited! Get yours today: shop.daytonhistory.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventid=1000027

📍 Patterson Homestead
1815 Brown St.
Sunday, Sept. 27 • 2–4 p.m.

📞 937-293-2841

🚨 CONCOURS IS TODAY! 🚨🚙 There’s so much to see and do at the Dayton Concours d’Elegance at Carillon Historical Park toda...
09/20/2026

🚨 CONCOURS IS TODAY! 🚨

🚙 There’s so much to see and do at the Dayton Concours d’Elegance at Carillon Historical Park today, Sunday, Sept. 20, from 10:30 a.m to 4 p.m.:

🚗 More than 150 classic cars & motorcycles
✈️ Wright “B” Flyover at noon
🌭 The Wienermobile
🚂 Carillon Park Railroad
🚆 Small-Scale Train
🛞 Model cars
🔔 Deeds Carillon concerts at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
🍔 Food & drinks
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family fun
…and so much more!

🎯 This year’s Concours celebrates 100 years of Pontiac and 50 years of the BMW 3 Series!

⭐ One of the best Dayton History membership perks? Members receive FREE admission to Concours!

❤️ Your membership helps preserve Dayton’s world-changing history and ensures it can be shared with generations to come.

🔗 Become a member: daytonhistory.org/membership
🎫 Purchase tickets: daytonhistory.org
☎️ Questions? 937-293-2841

✅ The Dayton Concours d’Elegance is presented by AAA. The Preview Party is presented by TJH Collections.

Address

1000 Carillon Boulevard
Dayton, OH
45409

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(937) 293-2841

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