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The 9/11 Memorial remembers and honors the 2,983 people who were killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. The design, created by Michael Arad and Peter Walker, consists of two reflecting pools formed in the footprints of the original Twin Towers and a plaza of trees. The 9/11 Memorial Museum displays monumental artifacts linked to the events of 9/11, while presen
ting intimate stories of loss, compassion, reckoning, and recovery that are central to telling the story of the 2001 and 1993 attacks and the aftermath.
Born in Michigan, Darya Lin grew up in Iran, returning at age 11. As an adult, she traveled the United States and Europe before settling in Chicago. A senior manager at Keane, a consulting firm contracted by Aon Corporation, Lin was in Aon’s Manhattan offices on 9/11 and was seen aiding a pregnant woman on the South Tower’s 78th floor. Lin was 32 years old. Today we placed a white rose at her name on the to mark her 55th birthday.
After taking to the Hudson River for the annual Navy SEAL Foundation New York City SEAL Swim—where participants swam from the Statue of Liberty and then ran from Battery Park—these members of the military, law enforcement, and other participants finished at the , where they paused to honor those who lost their lives on 9/11.
One month from today, the & Museum will lead the world in the remembrance of those we lost 23 years ago on 9/11. To learn more about the commemoration, Tribute in Light, and how you can support our mission: https://ow.ly/pS9Z50SS0uf
From the Collection: Recovered WTC ID issued to Brooklyn native David S. Lee.
Lee lived with his wife, Angela, in West Orange, New Jersey. Excited to be a father, Lee bought a large collection of stuffed toys to welcome the baby the couple was expecting in early 2002. He had already selected boy and girl names. On 9/11, Lee was on the South Tower’s 94th floor, where he worked as a senior vice president at Fiduciary Trust. He was 37 years old.
Joseph D’Aleo, an NYC Department of Sanitation supervisor, witnessed hijacked Flight 11 strike the North Tower and immediately evacuated DSNY personnel from lower Manhattan. He returned to distribute dust masks to first responders and subsequently oversaw refuse hauling and recycling at Ground Zero daily for a year. In 2002, D’Aleo developed a persistent cough, later diagnosed as sarcoidosis, an incurable inflammatory disease. His health issues, related to his work at Ground Zero, have intensified over the years.
To learn more about the long-term health effects of the toxic dust that covered city streets and infiltrated homes, businesses, and schools, visit our newest installation, "Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11." Access to this installation is included with your ticket: https://ow.ly/l6T750SRZOh
On September 11, mark the 23rd anniversary of the attacks by joining us in digital commemoration. Snap a photo of the sky wherever you are and share it on social media to show that we’re all connected underneath it: https://ow.ly/rtzA50SRZIF
50 years ago, French highwire artist Philippe Petit successfully crossed between the Twin Towers, 1,350 feet in the air with no net. Petit performed for 45 minutes, back and forth across the wire eight times as crowds watched below. Petit's accomplishment is captured in the historical exhibition at the .
From the Collection: Polaroid photograph taken by Joe McNally depicting Rebecca Canalija, a nurse at NYU Downtown Hospital.
Canalija was an emergency department nurse at NYU Downtown Hospital on 9/11. Located at 170 William Street, the hospital was well-rehearsed in responding to large-scale emergencies in lower Manhattan, including the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Throughout the day on 9/11, the hospital treated more than 1,000 people and maintained delivery of critical services despite its proximity to the disaster. When Canalija visited McNally’s studio in October 2001, she reflected on that exceptional day: “We didn’t bother calling in extra staff. Everyone came in. Some had to show their IDs at police barricades to get back into Manhattan. It still makes me very sad, but I’m glad our little hospital was able to help so many.”
In 2002, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg proclaimed March 11 "Downtown Hospital Day" in recognition of the hospital’s extraordinary response to the attacks on New York City.
Elizabeth Cascio, a retired FDNY EMT, was a first responder during both the 1993 World Trade Center Bombing and the 9/11 attacks. In the aftermath of 9/11, she played a crucial role in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. By October 2001, she developed a chronic cough, which was later linked to the toxic dust exposure at Ground Zero. In 2019, Cascio was diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer, a condition connected to her time spent on the pile.
To learn more about the long-term health effects of the toxic dust that covered city streets and infiltrated homes, businesses, and schools, visit our newest installation, "Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11." Access to this installation is included with your ticket: https://ow.ly/kH6650SN8Mp
"The plea deal entered into by Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other perpetrators of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, and reactions from the families of those they killed, are stark reminders that the consequences of 9/11 continue to unfold." Read the full statement by & Museum President and CEO Beth Hillman at https://ow.ly/vsBB50SPscC
For the generations born after the day we'll never forget, 9/11 is a taught history instead of a lived memory. Register for our FREE 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience, featuring first-hand accounts of the attacks, and join us this September 11 as we mark the 23rd anniversary of the day that changed our world forever with and from around the world. Register here: https://ow.ly/43Tw50SN6NR
London native Paul Gilbey moved to the United States in 1993 to work on Wall Street. He lived in Chatham, New Jersey, with his wife, Deena, and their two young sons. He also had a daughter from a previous marriage. Gilbey worked as an assistant vice president and currency broker at Euro Brokers. On 9/11, he was at his office on the South Tower’s 84th floor. Gilbey was 39 years old. Today we placed a white rose at his name on the to mark his 62nd birthday.
The is now offering free admission to New York state residents on the first Monday of each month. Don't miss this unique chance to visit and remember our history. Reserve your free tickets: https://ow.ly/wZHy50SN6IQ
From the Collection: Pen used by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi to sign the Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga, Ray Pfeifer, and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act into effect five years ago today. Gift of John Feal.
From the Collection: Men's suit coat.
Stephen Denny was an FBI Special Agent assigned to the Bureau’s New York Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF). On the morning of September 11, 2001, Denny was at the JTTF offices on Broadway, approximately a half-mile north of the Twin Towers. Members of the NY JTTF were among the many local, state, and federal law enforcement officials headquartered near the World Trade Center who responded to the disaster. Denny arrived on the scene shortly before the collapse of the South Tower and sheltered in a nearby building. He also witnessed the collapse of the North Tower from a short distance away. As night fell, the FBI’s New York staff realized that there was nothing more they could contribute. After being relieved of duty at the disaster site, Denny returned home. He removed his dust-covered clothing and placed them in a black garbage bag, eventually offering them to the as eyewitness artifacts.
We recently had the privilege of hosting the NYC-DOE Superintendents' Retreat, welcoming approximately 100 NYC Superintendents and their deputies to the . The event commenced with inspiring remarks from several insightful speakers: Beth Hillman, President and CEO of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum; Jennifer Glick, 9/11 Memorial & Museum Board Member, family member, and NYC-DOE teacher; Sonia Agron, a 9/11 recovery worker and docent; and James Hendon, Commissioner of the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services.
During the retreat, we introduced the superintendents to the wide range of educational programs we offer, both onsite and online, designed for teachers and students. We believe these programs are vital in enriching educational experiences and deepening the understanding of 9/11 and its enduring significance. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and supporting the invaluable work of NYC superintendents and educators.
To learn more about our educational resources: https://ow.ly/rjEr50SItCL
As the begin, did you know that the Naudet brothers, famed for their gripping documentary of 9/11, were selected to produce the Official Film of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris? As we celebrate the spirit of the , we also prepare to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of 9/11.
You can register for free for our annual 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience, where Jules and Gédéon Naudet recount their experiences from the day that changed our world. The program includes an on-demand, 30-minute film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath, and a live chat with Museum staff throughout the day. The film will be available beginning Wednesday, September 11. Register for free: https://ow.ly/BKrY50SIANX
New York native Scott Larsen lived in Queens with his three children and his wife, Carolann, who was expecting their fourth child. Larsen took his family on bicycling and in-line skating excursions in the summer. A firefighter with FDNY Ladder Company 163, on 9/11, Larsen was training with Ladder Company 15. Firefighter Larsen responded with that unit to the World Trade Center. He was 35 years old. Today we placed a white rose at his name on the to mark his 58th birthday.
Our newest installation “Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11” explores the impact of the toxic dust that blanketed city streets and coated the insides of homes, businesses, and schools in the area after the attacks. Access to this installation is included with your ticket: https://ow.ly/85B450SIthq
Ahead of their graduation from the academy, New York City Fire Department (FDNY) firefighter probies, gathered on the last week to honor those killed in the attacks by laying a wreath at the South Pool near the names of 9/11 first responders. Four probationary firefighters placed the wreath to honor the legacies of their fathers. They also processioned through the Memorial Glade to recognize the responders who were exposed to the hazards and toxins at Ground Zero and are sick or have died from the related illnesses.
Following the ceremony, the probies visited the , where they heard from 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Bridget Gormley, who spoke about the legacy of her father, FDNY firefighter William “Bill” Gormley, who responded on 9/11 but died in 2018 due to 9/11-related illness. Raymond Gormley was among today’s visiting probies whose shared commitment to service exemplifies the legacy of his father. They then heard from Bill Spade, a retired FDNY firefighter who responded on 9/11 and was the only survivor of the 12 firefighters who responded from his company, Rescue 5.
Congratulations probies and thank you for your service.
Photo Credit: FDNY
Today marks 20 years since the 9/11 Commission Report was published. An independent, bipartisan commission created by congressional legislation and signed into law by President George W. Bush in late 2002, the Commission provided a robust account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the preparedness for and the immediate response. Additionally, it offered recommendations designed to guard against future attacks.
As we observe this milestone, we also acknowledge 84-year-old Kazusada Sumiyama, who has spent the last 10 years translating the 567-page final report into Japanese. His tireless efforts are part of a personal mission to educate the public and prevent a tragedy like 9/11 from ever occurring again. These efforts honor his son Yoichi, who was on the South Tower’s 80th floor on 9/11, and stand as a profound testament to a parent's enduring love and commitment.
Photo Credit: The Japan Times
On the : To Serve and Make a Difference: A Brother’s Journey : https://ow.ly/t0sF50SCzZp
From the Collection: Life-sized Polaroid photograph taken by Joe McNally depicting Howard Hawkins, Ironworker, Local 40.
Ironworkers were among the first wave of skilled construction personnel to arrive at the World Trade Center disaster scene to assist in the immediate recovery. At Ground Zero, the trade brought special knowledge about how to cut and remove steel systematically. Right after the attacks, Hawkins and his colleagues worked 12-hour shifts with firefighters and K-9 teams in areas with possible survivors. In the weeks and months that followed, they assisted crane and grappler operators working to clear the space. Hawkins reflected to the photographer, "You have bad days, when you see families mourning. Good days are when you feel all the support. People lined the West Side Highway, cheering you when you finished a shift."
From the Collection: American Airlines employee safety manual belonging to San Francisco native Betty Ann Ong. The three-ring safety binder is full of her handwritten notes. During her 14 years with American Airlines, Betty rose to the position of head flight attendant. Working on board Flight 11 on 9/11, Betty telephoned authorities on the ground to tell them a hijacking was underway. She was 45 years old.
Yesterday, we proudly hosted the premiere of a short film entitled "Echoes of Service," a look at the ways 9/11 inspired the spirit of service and how a new generation continues to uphold our promise to . The evening also featured a talk-back session with panelists connected to 9/11, who delved into the topic of tragedy as a catalyst for civic engagement in diverse and impactful ways.
From the Collection: Wristwatch belonging to New Yorker Lourdes J. Galletti.
Galletti lived in the Bronx with her mother. Those who knew her said Galletti’s determination and character helped her overcome a tough childhood, earn a high school equivalency degree, and obtain a job as the executive secretary to Cantor Fitzgerald’s vice chairman. On 9/11, Galletti was at work on the 105th floor of the North Tower. She was 33 years old.
Brooklyn native Michelle Scarpitta continued to live in New York City. In her free time, she visited family on Long Island, went dancing with friends, and spent time with her boyfriend, Rob. She liked traveling and returned from her first trip to Europe in August 2001. A compliance administrator at Euro Brokers, on 9/11, Scarpitta was at work on the South Tower’s 84th floor. She was 26 years old. Today we placed a white rose at her name on the to mark her 49th birthday.
This , we’re highlighting the story of John Abruzzo, who brought his newly customized power wheelchair to work for the first time on 9/11. But it was a much simpler device - and loyal co-workers - that would ultimately save his life that day: https://ow.ly/IZob50SBtqW
Now available: Limited-edition challenge coins commemorating the events of September 11, 2001. Each coin features detailed engravings of the Twin Towers, Pentagon, and 40 stars representing the heroes of Flight 93, against a backdrop of the American flag. This coin is a must-have for collectors, history buffs, and anyone looking to honor the memory of those we lost. It serves as a tangible connection to the past and a reminder of our collective vow to “Never Forget.” Support the & Museum with your purchase today and ensure the stories of bravery and resilience continue to inspire: https://ow.ly/55g550SxPOs
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Joseph D’Aleo, an NYC Department of Sanitation supervisor, witnessed hijacked Flight 11 strike the North Tower and immediately evacuated DSNY personnel from lower Manhattan. He returned to distribute dust masks to first responders and subsequently oversaw refuse hauling and recycling at Ground Zero daily for a year. In 2002, D’Aleo developed a persistent cough, later diagnosed as sarcoidosis, an incurable inflammatory disease. His health issues, related to his work at Ground Zero, have intensified over the years. To learn more about the long-term health effects of the toxic dust that covered city streets and infiltrated homes, businesses, and schools, visit our newest installation, "Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11." Access to this installation is included with your #911Museum ticket: https://ow.ly/l6T750SRZOh
Elizabeth Cascio, a retired FDNY EMT, was a first responder during both the 1993 World Trade Center Bombing and the 9/11 attacks. In the aftermath of 9/11, she played a crucial role in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. By October 2001, she developed a chronic cough, which was later linked to the toxic dust exposure at Ground Zero. In 2019, Cascio was diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer, a condition connected to her time spent on the pile. To learn more about the long-term health effects of the toxic dust that covered city streets and infiltrated homes, businesses, and schools, visit our newest installation, "Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11." Access to this installation is included with your #911Museum ticket: https://ow.ly/kH6650SN8Mp
For the generations born after the day we'll never forget, 9/11 is a taught history instead of a lived memory. Register for our FREE 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience, featuring first-hand accounts of the attacks, and join us this September 11 as we mark the 23rd anniversary of the day that changed our world forever with #students and #teachers from around the world. Register here: https://ow.ly/43Tw50SN6NR
Our newest installation “Dust: Illness and Advocacy After 9/11” explores the impact of the toxic dust that blanketed city streets and coated the insides of homes, businesses, and schools in the area after the attacks. Access to this installation is included with your #911Museum ticket: https://ow.ly/85B450SIthq
Classrooms may be empty for summer vacation, but registration for the FREE 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience is now open. The program includes an on-demand, 30-minute film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath, and a live chat with Museum staff throughout the day. The film will be available beginning Wednesday, September 11: https://ow.ly/BAhN50SwXz1 #911MuseumEd
At our May 29 public program, Mike Keane, co-owner of O’Hara’s Restaurant and Pub; Tim Brown, retired firefighter and 9/11 survivor; and Dr. David Abramson, Director of the Center for Public Health Disaster Science at NYU’s School of Global Public Health, discussed the ways individuals came together in public spaces after the attacks to grieve, find solace, and memorialize. When recounting how O’Hara’s became a space like that, Brown stated, “The folks come up from Washington and I introduce them to the families and — firefighters, families, police officers. And — again, we — come here, we pay our respects, we gather as a community. We interact, we get to know new people, but then we go home. And home is O’Hara’s. And, and there we can eat, we can drink, we can talk, laugh — right? That’s what we do. Here we don’t laugh. But when we go to O’Hara’s, it’s okay to laugh. And-- that brings us together.” To learn more about what our experts had to say, stay tuned for more clips or watch other programs on our YouTube channel: https://ow.ly/UHl450SfnRN
As we near 10 years since the #911Memorial Museum opened its doors to the public, see how Ground Zero was transformed into a sacred space to commemorate, educate, and inspire. Created by EarthCam.
On 9/11, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronaut Frank L. Culbertson, Jr. was the only American not on the planet that fateful day. Over 200 miles above Earth - inside the International Space Station with two Russian cosmonauts - Culbertson could see smoke billowing over New York City. Culbertson, who brought his trumpet aboard the ISS, played "Taps" as he captured videos and photos of Ground Zero for NASA. #NationalSpaceDay
Visionary Network co-founder Rob Perretta (center, with his brothers John, left, and Thomas, both FDNY firefighters) was 15 years old on 9/11, when his cousin Michael D'Auria — a firefighter with Engine 40 —was killed responding to the World Trade Center. Rob, now #911Memorial5K Visionary Chair, runs the race each year in memory of Michael. Join Rob and all of us on April 28 as we walk and run the very path first responders like Michael took on September 11. Your participation supports our ongoing work to commemorate, educate, inspire, and ensure future generations never forget the legacy of 9/11. Moreover, it's an incredibly meaningful experience unique to New York and connecting you to a piece of this vibrant city's history. Register today at https://ow.ly/nqNL50RbtoF
Register today for the 12th annual #911Memorial5K, presented by RXR! Run or walk in this meaningful race on 4/28/24, which follows the path first responders took to access Ground Zero and honors 9/11's victims and heroes with each and every step. All funds raised help us continue carrying out our critical mission: preserving a sacred place of remembrance and educating a new generation about the events of 9/11 that altered our world forever. Register today at 911Memorial.org/5k
At our February 29 public program, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and former U.S. Homeland Security Secretary and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Trustee, Jeh Charles Johnson discussed ways national security challenges have evolved and how the U.S. government is adapting to these complexities. When considering terrorism possibilities in the U.S., Secretary Johnson stated, “I tend to believe that something like another 9/11, you know, kinetic-- given how we've learned from the lessons, given how we’ve evolved, could not happen. And that stems in part from my own experience-- observing how we had been able to detect such plots at their earliest stages now, given the sophistication of our intelligence community, our law enforcement, and so forth.” To learn more about what our experts had to say, stay tuned for more clips or watch the full program on our YouTube channel. For now, check out our upcoming public programs: https://ow.ly/I1TX50QTuOx
Our #911Memorial5K, presented by OneRxr, is a race that unites individuals from all over the world for one single cause: remembering and honoring the victims, heroes, and lessons of 9/11. Hear why these two sisters continue to support the #911Memorial5K then use code 25OFF to save 25% on registration through February 29. Sign up today: https://ow.ly/mYBo50QIh5B
Our #911Memorial5k, presented by OneRxr, brings together a committed community to honor the legacy of the day that changed our world forever. Following the path first responders and rescue and recovery workers took to access Ground Zero in the wake of the attacks, it’s an experience that remembers and honors the victims and heroes of September 11 with every step. Hear why Ella, a fellow participant, traveled across an ocean to be part of this iconic event and use code 15OFF to save $15 on registration when you sign up before Jan 31. Register today: https://ow.ly/1NRh50Quue5
As we look forward to what 2024 has in store for us, we also look back to see what we’ve achieved over the years. At the #911Memorial & Museum, remembering those killed on 9/11 is at the core of our mission, and in 2004 we began construction on the National September 11 Memorial & Museum to do just that. In less than three minutes, see how we rebuilt Ground Zero into a space to remember, honor, educate, and inspire. Created by EarthCam.
Every morning #911Memorial staff honor the men, women, and children whose names are inscribed on the panels by placing a single white rose on each person’s name on their birthday. Learn more about this tradition and the meaning behind it.
#Teachers are an integral part of fulfilling our mission to #neverforget911. At #NCSS2023, our #Education team shared a breadth of tools educators can use to explain what happened before, during, and after 9/11 and how the attacks continue to impact the world today. We also hosted "The Sound of Our Stories: An Evening of Connection through Music,” where award-winning Joe Leathers, the incredible vocalist Steevie Steeves, and #Grammy-nominated Michael Farren revealed their creative process and collaborated with the audience to create an impromptu song, honoring the all the hard work teachers do every day. #NeverForget #911Memorial #911Museum #911MuseumEd #MuseumTok #FYP #ForYouPage #NYC #Nashville #september112001 #september11
For the millions born after 9/11, the events of the day are history lessons, instead of lived memory. We work tirelessly to ensure educators have the resources they need to educate the next generation and help ensure we #neverforget the lessons of the attacks. At #NCSS2023, we asked educators from all over the country why they teach 9/11 in their classrooms. Explore more educational tools: https://ow.ly/IcjV50QfFCq
Teacher Takeover Part 3: “Documenting the Undocumented: 9/11 and Marginalized Voices” At #NCSS2023, we welcomed teachers from across the country and heard their thoughts on the sessions our Education team facilitated. Wrapping up our recap today, we'll delve into their conference insights one more time. Explore more educational tools: https://ow.ly/IcjV50QfFCq
Teacher Takeover Part 2: “Bin Laden and TikTok” During #NCSS2023, we engaged with educators from all over the country, gathering their insight on the sessions our Education team led. Throughout the week, we'll share their perspectives on topics ranging from underrepresented voices of 9/11 to strategies for countering conspiracy theories in the classroom. Explore more educational tools: https://ow.ly/IcjV50QfFCq
Providing teachers with the resources to educate the next generation about the events and context of 9/11 is central to our mission at the #911Museum. Last week, we met with teachers from all over the country at #NCSS2023 and asked them why they feel it’s important to teach 9/11 in their classrooms. Explore more educational tools: https://ow.ly/IcjV50QfFCq
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