Hawthorn Hill: Orville Wright's Mansion

Hawthorn Hill is Oakwood's most significant landmark, the stately mansion built by aviation pioneer Orville Wright, where the inventor lived for decades and where history was quite literally made.

A Home of Aviation History

Built by the Wright family, the elegant home is preserved much as it was during Orville's life, and guided tours use period photos and videos to bring its stories vividly to life. Visitors walk the same rooms once graced by some of the great figures of the early aviation age, making it an inspiring and memorable experience.

Knowledgeable guides and well-told anecdotes make even a short visit deeply rewarding for history lovers.

Plan Your Visit

Tours run on limited days, typically Wednesdays and Saturdays in a late-morning window, so book ahead and confirm current times. The low-cost guided tour is well worth the time; arrive a little early for check-in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hawthorn Hill?

The grand Oakwood mansion of aviation pioneer Orville Wright, now offering guided tours.

When can you tour it?

On limited days, typically Wednesdays and Saturdays; book ahead and confirm times.

Is it worth visiting?

Yes, the preserved home and well-told history make it a memorable tour.