Below are just some of the creators and their inventions from the Dayton area:
McCall’s Printing
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WAVES
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Charles F. Kettering
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Stoddard Manufacturing Company
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Huffman Manufacturing Co.
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How to go:
What: Dayton Mini Maker Faire
When: Aug. 5-6
Where: Carillion Historical Park
Admission: $8 per adult, $7 per senior, $5 per child. The event is free for Dayton History members
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