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Inductee Profiles

Calvin J. Werner

Calvin J. Werner

1907 – 1996

Calvin J. Werner was an engineer, inventor, corporate and community leader, and lifelong Daytonian.

Wilbur Wright

Wilbur Wright

1867 – 1912

Wilbur Wright focused his attentions on the theory and mechanics of controlling the airplane during flight.

Dr. Charles H. Wesley

Dr. Charles H. Wesley

1891 – 1987

Dr. Charles H. Wesley was a noted educator, author, historian, President of Wilberforce University, and founder of Central State University.

Orville Wright

Orville Wright

1871 – 1948

Orville Wright was one of a pair of Dayton brothers who taught the world to fly.

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