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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9/11 Memorial Tribute Honors Victims of Paris Attacks

November 16, 2015

A tribute in honor of the 129 people who were killed and more than 350 others injured in the terrorist attacks in Paris, France was held on the 9/11 Memorial on Monday.

The Stories They Tell Live Talk to Feature Lady Liberty

November 13, 2015

Before she was installed at the 9/11 Memorial Museum, the artifact known as Lady Liberty had a layered story.

US Veterans Honored with Salute to Service 5-Day Tribute

November 12, 2015

On Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day, Team Red, White and Blue placed yellow roses at the names of those killed on 9/11 who had served in the United States Armed Forces.

Yellow Roses on 9/11 Memorial Pay Tribute on Veterans Day

November 11, 2015

In honor of Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the 9/11 victims who served in the United States military by placing yellow roses in their names at the 9/11 Memorial.

Chief Curator Tells Story Behind ‘Maya’s’ Challenge Coin

November 10, 2015

On May 2, 2011, the 10-year quest to bring al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden to justice ended with the U.S. Navy SEAL’s successful execution of Operation Neptune Spear.

Son of Fallen 9/11 Firefighter Joins Ranks of Father’s First Firehouse

November 9, 2015

On Monday, FDNY probationary firefighter Brendan Stackpole officially joined the firehouse where his late father, Capt. Timothy M. Stackpole, began his FDNY career.

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

November 9, 2015

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.

Museum Talks to Highlight WTC Steel Buried in Afghanistan

November 6, 2015

In the days leading up to Veterans Day, visitors to the 9/11 Memorial Museum can make a connection between the longest war in American history and the World Trade Center while honoring our country’s veterans.

Personal Stories Connect Military Community to 9/11

November 5, 2015

The 9/11 Memorial maintains strong ties with the military community. Ahead of the upcoming five-day Salute to Service in honor of Veterans Day, we highlight two stories from the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s oral history collection.

9/11 Memorial Museum Honors Veterans Day with Salute to Service

November 3, 2015

In honor of Veterans Day, the 9/11 Memorial Museum will pay tribute to veterans during a special five-day Salute to Service from Nov. 7 to Nov. 11.