The replica of the Wright Brothers Cycle Shop is just one stop on the city's Aviation Trail, a self-guided tour of local landmarks pivotal to aviation's history and future. In nearby Fairborn, visit the United States Air Force Museum, the oldest and largest military aviation museum in the world. Hours can be spent here marveling at the more than 300 aircraft and missiles on display. Exhibits chronicle a fascinating history and forecast an exciting future of aeronautic exploration. An IMAX theater shows aviation-related films every hour.
Tours leave each afternoon from the downtown area.
In addition to a history of invention, Dayton has much to offer those who enjoy the arts. Visitors often can't believe that a midsize city offers The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, The Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, Dayton Opera, several local theater companies and the impressive Dayton Art Institute. Performances run the gamut of music, dance and theater at two major downtown venues, the beautifully renovated Victoria Theater and the Veterans' Memorial Auditorium. In addition to the baseball game itself, fun contests and entertainment guarantee it's always a great time at a Dragons game. The men's team has a legacy of being a powerhouse, and the more than 13,000 red-shirted fans who attend each game are loyal and loud.