Urban Nights in Wright-Dunbar Business District
This is the largest event in Wright Dunbar, with thousands of people attending and occurring once in May and again in September. It offers an opportunity to present the Wright-Dunbar Business District to the region as a place that showcases the culture through its notable legacy. This includes creating several venues that present entertainment, art, cultural and education activities. The entire District is filled with people who come to share and partake in the offerings, while becoming informed about the area’s history. Join Us and Live The Legacy! Click here to download event flyer
Walk of Fame
The Walk of Fame is a significant legacy of the City of Dayton’s bicentennial celebration in 1996. Over 120 individuals have been recognized on the Miami Valley’s Walk of Fame for their outstanding and enduring personal or professional contributions to the community, nation and the world in the areas of Arts and Culture; Aviation; Business/Corporate Leader; Community Service; Education; Entertainment/Media; Government/Military; Invention/Innovation; Medicine; Philanthropy; Science; or Sports.
Since its inception in 1996 as a part of the City of Dayton’s bicentennial celebration, individuals have been recognized on the Miami Valley’s Walk of Fame for their outstanding and enduring personal or professional contributions to the community, nation and the world.
The Miami Valley Walk of Fame is installed in the sidewalks along West Third Street between Shannon and Broadway Streets in the historic Wright-Dunbar Business District, and can be enjoyed year-round. Visit the place where three exceptional men, Orville and Wilbur Wright, and Paul Laurence Dunbar called home. Begin your visit at the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, where you can chat with knowledgeable staff, pick up a Walk of Fame walking tour brochure, information and directions to other historical sites, and find out about general programs and special events during your visit.
Click here to download a Walk of Fame walking tour brochure.
You are encouraged to nominate an eligible individual between January and March of each year. An independent judging committee will make final selections and announce the induction of up to five individuals in June. Plan to join us at the annual induction ceremony and luncheon held on the fourth Thursday in September.
For more information about the Walk of Fame, to order a Self-Guided Walking Tour Brochure, or to purchase luncheon tickets (August/September), please contact us at info@wright-dunbar.org.
