Dayton History - Dayton

Hawthorn Hill Tours

2/22/2025

With its white pillars and twin porches, Hawthorn Hill has long been synonymous with Orville Wright and the Wright family. Wednesdays and Saturdays prepaid advance reservations required.

Open House at Patterson Homestead

3/08/2025

Join us for an open house at the Patterson Homestead. Learn about the Patterson family and how they influenced the Dayton region!

Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead

3/16/2025

Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.

Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Park

4/20/2025

Join us at Deeds Carillon (Carillon Historical Park) for our annual non-denomonational ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service.

Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival

5/18/2025

Held each May, Fleurs de Fete is Carillon Historical Park's original "party in the park." Guests enjoy more than 400 wine samplings & delicious bites!

Rail Festival at Carillon Park

6/21/2025

Dayton History and Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society are proud to present the Annual Rail Festival at Carillon Park.

Settler Survival Camp at Dayton History

7/07/2025

Experience a week long adventure of life in the Miami Valley from an early settler's perspective. Ages 8-12. Fees Apply. Advance reservations required.

Dayton Concours dElegance Preview Party

9/13/2025

A casual Preview Party, open to the public, on the grounds of the Carillon Historical Park.

Dayton Concours d'Elegance

9/14/2025

Admire over 150 of the finest classic and antique automobiles and motorcycles in the country at Carillon Park.

Photos & Video: The new Carillon Park Railroad is open

5/02/2023: Dayton, OH - Carillon Historical Park held a 'Golden Spike Ceremony and Dedication' for the new Carillon Park Railroad today.