Record #:

24233

Author(s):

Speizer, Irwin

Abstract:

A six-day celebration in the Outer Banks in December 2003 commemorated the Wright brother's first in flight event. The event marked the end of yearlong extravaganza and the opening of a new visitor center. However, the economic impact of the festivities was less than hoped.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p54-63, il

Subject(s):

Wright Brothers National Memorial (Kill Devil Hills); Wright, Orville, 1871-1948; Wright,Wilbur, 1867-1912; Outer Banks