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.
Latest Posts
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.