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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Survivors of the 9/11 attacks have learned to cope with a range of trauma, from survivor guilt to post-traumatic stress disorder. But out of this pain emerged a wide-ranging community of evacuees ready to support one another.
The iconic Koenig Sphere was unveiled on Wednesday morning at its new home at the World Trade Center’s Liberty Park. The Sphere, designed by German sculptor Fritz Koenig, became a symbol of hope and resilience following the 9/11 attacks.
Past a long stretch of steamy blacktop, near fields where ROTC cadets and soccer players practice their respective drills, lays a pastoral oasis, tucked behind John Bowne High School in Flushing, Queens.
Interpreting the Last Column: In this series, 9/11 Memorial & Museum exhibitions staff share the stories behind the markings and tributes placed on the Last Column.
On the 12th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we share a story of remembrance and resiliency that emerged from New Orleans’ recovery, and our thoughts are with the citizens of Houston as they grapple with the catastrophic Hurricane Harvey.
This week, the 9/11 Memorial Museum welcomed its 500,000th tour participant. This milestone was reached just three years after the Museum’s opening.
The Lens: Capturing Life and Events at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum is a photography series devoted to documenting moments big and small that unfold at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
On this World Photo Day, the 9/11 Memorial highlights this stunning shot from the Memorial’s Director of Photography, Jin Lee.
With more than 37 years of service, Lorraine G. Bay was one of United Airlines’ most experienced flight attendants.
Over 150 FDNY probationary EMTs and 50 medics encircled the South Pool of the 9/11 Memorial on Wednesday to lay a wreath in memory of the 343 members of the FDNY who were killed in the line of duty on 9/11.
