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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The Lens: Capturing Life and Events at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

November 14, 2016

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.

Take a Moment Today to Thank Our Veterans

November 11, 2016

In recognition of Veterans Day, members of Team Red, White & Blue placed yellow roses on the 9/11 Memorial this morning in the names of those killed on 9/11 who served in the military.

First Conference for NYC-Area Educators Held at 9/11 Memorial Museum

November 10, 2016

The 9/11 Memorial Museum’s education department hosted its first conference for educators in New York City and the surrounding area on Nov. 8 as a part of the Department of Education’s professional development day.

Veterans Day Parade Honors 9/11 Responders and Veterans

November 9, 2016

In commemoration of the 15th anniversary of 9/11, the three grand marshals that will lead the New York City Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11 represent a twofold service to their country.

Honoring Walter McNeil, A Fallen Responder Who Served

November 9, 2016

Today the 9/11 Memorial and Museum honored fallen first responders who served by placing an American flag in their names on the Memorial.

Remembering Zoe Falkenberg

November 8, 2016

In the early morning of Sept. 11, 2001, 8-year-old Zoe Falkenberg boarded American Airlines Flight 77 at Dulles International Airport and took her seat in the middle of the row between her father Charles and her 3-year-old sister Dana. Zoe’s mother, Leslie Whittington, sat across the aisle.

Cornell University Unveils Memorial to Alumni Lost on 9/11

November 8, 2016

Cornell University dedicated a September 11 memorial to the 21 alumni who were killed on Sept. 11, 2001 at a ceremony on Oct. 28, according to the Cornell Chronicle.

The Lens: Capturing Life and Events at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

November 7, 2016

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.

9/11 Memorial & Museum Honors Veterans with Salute to Service Tribute

November 4, 2016

In recognition of Veterans Day, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will offer special admission and host a series of events during a five-day Salute to Service.

NYC Marathon Artifact On View at the 9/11 Museum

November 3, 2016

This Sunday, thousands of New Yorkers will rise early, line the New York City Marathon course and cheer heartily for the 50,000 anticipated marathoners.