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.

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NYC Marathon Alums Share the Healing Power of Sports After Tragedy

November 1, 2018

Two months after 9/11, the New York City Marathon brought a spirit of international support and celebration to a city still grappling with the attacks. The significance of the event is highlighted in the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s special exhibition “Comeback Season: Sports After 9/11.”

Recognizing the First Anniversary of the West Side Bike Path Attack

October 31, 2018

One year ago, the lower Manhattan community was shaken when a terrorist in a rented truck killed eight people and injured others on the West Side Highway bike path. Today, visitors at the 9/11 Memorial were invited to tie commemorative ribbons around the Survivor Tree in tribute to the victims of the attack.

Remembering President George W. Bush's 2001 World Series Pitch

October 30, 2018

Now that the Major League Baseball season has come to a close with the Boston Red Sox securing the 2018 World Series title, we revisit one of the most iconic moments in “Comeback Season: Sports After 9/11” as the wait for spring training begins.

New on View: Artifacts Rotated into 9/11 Memorial Museum’s Tribute Walk

October 26, 2018

A firehouse garage door memorializing fallen firefighters, three tribute motorcycles, a journal filled with messages of condolence and encouragement, a model of the Statute of Liberty, and the Renaissance Peace Angel comprise a new rotation of artifacts on view in the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s Tribute Walk.

NYC to Offer Unlimited Sick Leave to Some City Workers Suffering from 9/11-Related Illnesses

October 25, 2018

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio agreed to provide unlimited sick leave to some city employees suffering from 9/11-related illnesses, giving vital relief to workers who took part in the rescue and recovery effort that followed the attacks, WABC reported this week.

Sociologist Gérôme Truc Explains Individual and Collective Responses to Terror

October 22, 2018

On Thursday, October 18, sociologist Gérôme Truc participated in a special public program at the 9/11 Memorial Museum to discuss individual and collective responses to acts of terror and violence.

The Tree That Survived

October 19, 2018

Almost a month after the 9/11 attacks, a survivor was found in the ruins. Extensively damaged with its roots and limbs snapped and its trunk blackened and burned, rescue and recovery workers pulled a Callery pear tree from the rubble. The tree was placed in the care of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation and was nursed back to health. In 2010, the tree was brought to the 9/11 Memorial site.

"Public Radio Boss: Laura Walker" on OUR CITY. OUR STORY.

October 16, 2018

In the latest episode of the 9/11 Memorial Museum's OUR CITY. OUR STORY. podcast, New York Public Radio president and CEO and native New Yorker Laura Walker tells her 9/11 story.

Experts Discuss Combatting Extremism on the Web in Public Program at 9/11 Memorial Museum

October 11, 2018

Two experts in the fields of cybersecurity and terrorism studies spoke at the 9/11 Memorial Museum on Tuesday in a special public program.

Eric Fischl and “Tumbling Woman” on the Latest Episode of OUR CITY. OUR STORY.

October 11, 2018

In 2001, artist Eric Fischl created a sculpture in response to the 9/11 attacks called, “Tumbling Woman.” The piece initially caused controversy when it was unveiled.