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9/11 Memorial & Museum

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9/11 Memorial & Museum

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News and updates from the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Now open six days a week, Wednesday-Monday. 911memorial.io/Tickets

New York, NY

Joined January 2009

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Explore the history and human impact of 9/11, the enduring legacy of the World Trade Center, and the powerful symbolism woven into every element of the Memorial's design – on the only official tour of the 9/11 Memorial. Relaunching for the first time since 2019. Tickets
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Jun 24
Our Art Cart has returned for the summer, offering free, family-friendly activities to help children discover the stories and symbolism behind the 9/11 Memorial and the rebuilt World Trade Center site. These activities engage visitors in discussions about the ongoing legacy and
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Jun 23
A quarter century after the September 11, 2001 attacks, 100 million Americans are too young to remember the day that changed our city and nation forever. It is our shared promise — made 25 years ago — to never forget so those born after 9/11 learn its significance and enduring
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Jun 22
While he did not know much about soccer, Michael Quilty coached his daughter’s school team to spend time with her. In 1996, the team signed this soccer ball to celebrate their first season. Five years later, on September 11, Lieutenant Quilty responded to the World Trade Center
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Jun 21
In less than three months, we will lead our nation — and the world — in marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a commemoration that is itself a defining moment in American history. In the spirit of patriotism, resilience, and strength, we invite you to remember,
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Jun 21
In the aftermath of 9/11, from fundraising matches to the 2002 FIFA World Cup, where the U.S. made a surprise quarterfinal run, soccer served as a special space for remembrance, resilience, and love of country. The global soccer community, as it so often has, rallied to support
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Jun 21
Keith Walcott, Jr. grew up in Jersey City, watching his dad play softball with Port Authority Police Department colleagues, listening to their stories. The bravery of those men and women awed him, and he was proud that his father, Keith Walcott, Sr., was one of them. Keith
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Jun 20
As we prepare to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and 250 years of American independence, the new installation "Our Flag Was Still There" showcases the ultimate symbol of all this country proudly stands for. Including United States flags associated with 9/11 and the events that
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Jun 20
American flags lining the Memorial parapet, each representing the unique stories of those killed on 9/11 and the shared values that define our response to the attacks and their legacy: courage, strength, unity, service, and patriotism. #neverforget #911memorial #911museum
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Jun 19
Each weeknight, 9/11 Memorial staff climb inside the twin pools of the Memorial to give them a top-to-bottom cleaning. Watch as Chief Engineer Anthony LoCasto gives a behind-the-scenes tour of all the care that goes into keeping the Memorial a special place for reflection.
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Jun 18
Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Christoffer Carstanjen lived in Turner Falls, Massachusetts. A computer research specialist at the University of Massachusetts, he was also a trained chef. Carstanjen spent his free time riding his motorcycle, a 1998 Honda PC800. On 9/11, he boarded
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Jun 17
We’re committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that connect and inspire. Join students and teachers from around the world as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through our FREE 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience on September 11. Register today and
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Jun 16
Members of the soccer community in the New York area established the 911 New York Soccer Foundation to help families of victims. The Foundation’s fundraiser in Fall 2001 raised more than $700,000 through raffles, concessions, and auctioned items like this jersey, signed and
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