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.

Dozens of square tiles that are varying shades of blue are seen up close in Memorial Hall.
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Stone Monoliths To Be Installed on 9/11 Memorial Glade This Weekend

April 5, 2019

Saturday, April 6, marks a significant milestone in the 9/11 Memorial Glade’s construction when the pathway’s six stone monoliths will be installed. 

Commemorating the Anniversary of the Dedication of the Twin Towers

April 4, 2019

On this day in 1973, the World Trade Center was dedicated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

New Items on View at the 9/11 Memorial Museum

April 2, 2019

New artifacts have rotated onto view in the 9/11 Memorial Museum's historical exhibition.

Two Ambassadors to Discuss the Future of NATO at the 9/11 Memorial Museum

March 29, 2019

On Tuesday, April 2, in conjunction with the 70th anniversary of NATO’s signing, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will host a public program featuring former U.S. Ambassador to NATO R. Nicholas Burns and former Deputy Secretary General of NATO Alexander Vershbow, who will discuss the current state of NATO and what lies ahead.

Emergency Medical Bag Tells Intertwined Story of Two Female First Responders

March 28, 2019

Women responded to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, with purpose, valor and compassion, using their skills and expertise as police officers, firefighters and medical professionals to save lives. The stories of two emergency medical workers, each also a mother and of Dominican heritage, reveal the complex workings of fate that morning.

Family Members Come Together for the 5K Run/Walk to Pay Tribute to First Responders

March 27, 2019

A Q&A with Emma Nadel, who is participating in the 5K Run/Walk and Community Day to honor her late father, a first responder who died from a 9/11-related illness.

Recap: "Providing for the Common Defense"

March 25, 2019

Last week, Admiral (Ret.) Gary Roughead and Ambassador Eric S. Edelman, co-chairs of the National Defense Strategy Commission (NDSC), participated in a public program at the 9/11 Memorial Museum about the commission’s recent report.

Survivor Tree Buds at First Signs of Spring

March 21, 2019

The Survivor Tree, a Callery pear tree, is the first to bud on the 9/11 Memorial plaza.

Former Secretary of Homeland Security to Speak at 9/11 Memorial Museum

March 20, 2019

On Tuesday, March 26, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will host a public program featuring former Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, who will be talking about her new book, “How Safe Are We?: Homeland Security Since 9/11.”