Dayton Cyclery museum at the Carillon Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio highlights the history of bicycle manufacturing in the city. In the mid-1800s, the high-wheel bicycle was popular, but dangerous to ride. Only the young and fit dared to take it on. The introduction of the “safety” bicycle in the late 1880s changed all that. With wheels of equal size, it was much easier and safer to ride. Soon everyone was taking up the sport of bike riding.

Interesting historical facts:

1. In 1892, the Davis Sewing Machine Company (later known as Huffy) started manufacturing bicycles.

2. By 1900, there were over 1,000 bicycle manufacturers in the United States, including Dayton’s own Wright Brothers.

3. By 1977, the Huffy Corporation became the largest producer of bicycles in the world.

NOTE: A complete list of all the things you will see inside the is here.

Admission Fee

Pay the $10 entrance fee at the welcome center.

Address

1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
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Photos

This is a ladies bicycle in 1898. This model attracted many ladies to the sport of cycling.

This is the Huffy Radiobike in 1955. It features a radio built into the tank, with antenna and battery pack on the rear carrier.

An 1896 child’s bike. It is designed to pull a child and be operated by an older child.

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