The entertainment at Carillon Park for the Concours D’Elegance was also incredible. Below is a small clip of a band that was playing songs from the Big Band Era:
If you get tired of looking at cars, there are always other activities that you and the children can do. Carillon Park volunteers run a small track railroad that gives rides which last over 10 minutes and cost as little as $1.00. Here are a few pictures from our train ride:
Finally, don’t miss all the wonderful information on the Wright Brothers, the NCR and Mr. Patterson, as well as historic information about the Erie Canal and how it used to run through Dayton. Below is a picture of the actual Wright Flyer III.
If you want to learn more about the Wright Brothers and the history of Dayton, this is the place to be. One of the most fascinating displays is as you enter the park. The visitor’s center has a regular (every 30 minutes) presentation with animated figures representing the Wright Brothers, Mr. Patterson, Mr. Deeds, and Mr. Kettering. If you don’t recognize those names -- trust me the are ubiquitous to Dayton -- coming here will help you understand their impact on the region.
I highly encourage you to visit Carillon Park at any time during the year, but frankly there is no better time to visit than during the Concours D’Elegance. It is true that the “real” concours is in Florida and car makers have to be invited to the display, but for an inexpensive outing....this Dayton extravaganza was a real treat.
Please let me know if you visited it as well -- and let us all know what you thought of the event.
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