Wright Brothers National Memorial:
Kill Devil Hills, NC

by Sarah Einhorn | Jun 26, 2026 | 0 comments

We couldn’t help but notice the signs for the Wright Brothers National Memorial as we drove down the main highway in the area. We decided to pull in and see the place where Wilbur and Orville Wright flew the first airplane.

The park houses The Visitor Center, park store, and hands-on exhibits that bring to life the Wright brothers’ journey to flight. We did not have time to visit the museum but we were able to visit the 60-foot-tall granite Wright Brothers Monument on Big Kill Devil Hill-the primary location of the brothers’ glider experiments.

When we visited, we walked up the hill to the large Monument. We enjoyed the beautiful unobstructed views of the area.

Posted: June 25, 2026

Information, prices and hours posted here are current as of the posted or updated date. It is advisable to call ahead or check online to confirm hours and prices

Address:

1000 N Croatan Hwy
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Phone Number:

252-473-2111

Website:

https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/index.htm

Hours:

9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Price:

$10.00 entry fee
All visitors over the age of 16 need an entrance pass, including vehicle passengers. Children under the age of 16 don't need an entrance pass.