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Wright Brothers National Memorial

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Wright Brothers National Memorial

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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.

Activities: Bookstore and Park Store · Flying · Junior Ranger Program · Museum Exhibits · Shopping

Published entrance fees

Entrance - Per Person

$10 · Fee is charged per-person, NOT per vehicle. Ages 15 and younger are free of charge.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

$25 · $25 plus $7 per person. Sedans have a capacity of 1-6 people.

Commercial Entrance - Van

$40 · A flat fee for all Van/ Small Bus with a seating capacity of 7-16 passengers

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

$40 · Fee is charged for any commercial vehicle with a capacity of 16-25 individuals.

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

$100 · Fees charged for commercial vehicles with a capacity of over 26 individuals.

Entrance - Education/Academic Groups

$0 · Structured educational visits that serve a curriculum need for a class may apply for a waiver for entrance fees in advance.

Published passes

Annual Entrance - Park

$35 · Admits the passholder and up to 3 additional individuals ages 16 and up.

Published operating hours

Hours of Operation · These are the times the park grounds and visitor center are open for visitors.

Fees, facilities and activities are the 2026-10-03 NPS snapshot. Historical visitation describes recorded visits, not crowding forecasts or present conditions.

Plan your visit

Weather on the Outer Banks varies seasonally and daily. Summers can be very hot and sunny (wear sunscreen and drink water), while winters can be cold and wet. High winds are always a possibility any time of the year. It is not uncommon for a brief winter snow each year. Being on a barrier island, the memorial is susceptible to storm impacts, including hurricanes in the summer and nor'easters in the winter. No matter what time of year you visit, dress for the weather, and be ready for wind!

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