Nearby Amenities, Attractions and Businesses
to Charles Simms Communities

Dayton's Aviation Heritage -
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the Dayton Region are the birthplace of today's global aviation industry.  You can visit and experience history from the pioneering flights by the Wright Brothers to today's most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles!

Visit the official web site of the Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB)

Home of the National Museum of the Air Force, the Wright Patterson Air Force Museum is open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day and admission is FREE!

Visit the official web site of the Wright Patterson Air Force Museum

The Greene Town Center

The Greene offers a variety of shopping, dining, services, entertainment and events with new age facilities and small town charm.

The Greene Town Center operates under regular hours every day of the year except the following holidays on which we do not require our venues to remain open: Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.  The Greene Town Center is open 10:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m. on Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day.

Visit the official web site of The Greene in Beavercreek, OH

The Dayton Dragons

A beloved team and one of Dayton's favorite pastimes, The Dayton Dragons have been awarded the Larry MacPhail Promotional Trophy by the Midwest League of Professional Baseball. The trophy is given to one team in the league each year based on excellence in promotions during the season.

Visit the official web site of the Dayton Dragons

Kings Island

Our 364-acre amusement and water park features more than 80 world-class rides, shows and attractions including 15 thrill-inducing roller coasters!  New in 2009 was Diamondback – the tallest, fastest and meanest roller coaster to ever strike Kings Island!  Boomerang Bay, a 15-acre water park, offers more than 50 water activities, including 30 water slides and is included FREE with park admission.  For the past eight years, AMUSEMENT TODAY readers have awarded Kings Island with the prestigious Golden Ticket for Best Kids Area in the World!

Visit the official web site of the Kings Island

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

The Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums, affiliated with the Association of Children’s Museums, and is a governing member of the Association of Science-Technology Centers. In addition, the Charles E. Exley, Jr. Wild Ohio indoor zoo is fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is a premier regional provider of interactive science learning experiences which enrich the lives of children and adults, enhance the quality of life in our community, and promote a broad understanding of the world.

Visit the official web site of the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery