The MEMO Blog
The official blog of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum features stories of commemoration and memorialization, and information on our public programs, special events, and ways to get involved.
Latest Posts
A Veteran Volunteers at the Memorial to Continue Honoring Those Lost
November 8, 2013
The 9/11 Memorial is a special place for Michael Trofinoff and he shows that with a strong commitment as a volunteer.
Meet a Memorial Host who Defended our Shores on 9/11
November 4, 2013
On Sept. 11, 2001, U.S. Naval Officer Rina Percoco was stationed at Mayport Naval Base in Jacksonville, Fla.
Meet a Memorial Host, Who Has Studied 9/11
October 24, 2013
Samantha Rooney, a Monmouth County, N.J. native, is one of the many visitor services hosts at the 9/11 Memorial.
Meet a 9/11 Memorial Host, Son of a First Responder
October 4, 2013
Daniel Castorina is a member of the 9/11 Memorial’s visitor services team. A Staten Island resident, Castorina was enamored with the Twin Towers growing up in New York City.
Meet a 9/11 Memorial Host and Survivor
September 13, 2013
New Jersey resident, George Mironis, will never forget where he was on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001.
Remembering the Day
September 11, 2013
Today we remember the day that changed us forever. A day when a city famous for toughness became legendary for kindness.
Medal of Honor Recipient Visits Memorial
August 29, 2013
The 9/11 Memorial held a ceremony to honor the bravery of Medal of Honor recipient Ty Carter.
Meet a 9/11 Memorial Host, Who Sees Every Day as New Experience
August 22, 2013
Manhattan native, Marina Isaac, is part of the 9/11 Memorial’s visitor services team. Isaac was just starting her second day of sophomore year of high school on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001.
Recognized Champion for Downtown New York Liz Berger Dies at 53
August 6, 2013
Elizabeth Berger, who served as the president of the Alliance for Downtown New York since 2007, has died.