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The Outer Banks is always a wonderful place to celebrate the Fourth of July, and it will feel even more special this year, given the historical significance of America's 250th birthday. Want to do something special to celebrate? We’ll show you all the most exciting things to do in the Outer Banks!

On December 17th, 1903 Orville and Wilbur made history on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Four miles south of Kitty Hawk to be exact. They used their plane Flyer 1 to travel for 120 feet over the sand covered Outer Banks with Orville Wright...