Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park Announcement

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Celebrate Black History Month with a visit to the Paul Laurence Dunbar House!

Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park 219 North Paul Laurence St., Dayton, Ohio 45402 — ***Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site*** *Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park 219 North Paul Laurence St., Dayton, Ohio 45402*

As announced on the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/DaytonAviationNPS/

(see NPS facebook page for contact info)

The National Park Service is planning to reopen the Paul Laurence Dunbar House for tours on Friday, February 27, 2026 — even as renovation work continues.

Thanks to improvements made possible through the Saving America's Treasures program, this important historic site is being carefully preserved for future generations. The park and its partners are thrilled to welcome visitors back during this special period of renewal.

Tour Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Last tour begins at 3:30 p.m.

Tours Begin At: The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site Visitor Center

Come explore the home of renowned poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and his mother, Matilda. Learn more about their lives, legacy, and Paul’s lasting impact on American literature.

We look forward to seeing you and sharing this exciting new chapter in the preservation of Dunbar’s historic home.

About the National Park Service. More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 431 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at www.nps.gov, and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.