Community Guides

Oakwood Local Guides & Articles

Helpful guides, pilgrimage tips, and local insights from our community

Places to See

Hawthorn Hill: Orville Wright's Mansion

The grand home of aviation pioneer Orville Wright

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Smith Gardens: A Hidden Floral Gem

A beautifully kept small garden of seasonal blooms

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Orchardly Park

A neighborhood park with a splash pad and play areas

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Shafor Park

A shady neighborhood park with a huge sandbox

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Centennial Park at Houk Stream

A hidden wooded walking trail along a creek

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Cook Park: Oakwood's Eco-Friendly Tiny Park

A small, charming park with recycled-material features

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Oakwood Historical Society

A local museum preserving Oakwood's heritage

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Hills & Dales MetroPark

A scenic woodland park with trails and a historic tower

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Carillon Historical Park

A major Dayton history park with the original Wright Flyer

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Oakwood: Dayton's Historic Garden Suburb

A gracious, tree-lined community near Dayton

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