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The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a tribute to Wilbur and Orville Wright, who achieved the world's first successful airplane flight on December 17, 1903. In addition to viewing the monument, visitors will get the opportunity to look at a replica of the brothers' camp and airplane hangar, see the exact spots where the first take-off and landing took place, and admire a life-sized sculpture of the 1903 Wright Flyer. A state-of-the-art visitor center offers interactive exhibits and a book store.
1000 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
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