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This story originally ran on September 17, 2012. We are republishing it as a part of our #FDNY150 tribute in honor of the New York City Fire Department's 150 year anniversary.
The conservation of artifacts is a primary focus for 9/11 Memorial Museum staff. Chief Curator Jan Ramirez describes the methods used as “preventative conservation” to WABC.
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.
The 9/11 Memorial and Museum is among the world's top landmarks, according to TripAdvisor's 2015 Travelers' Choice Awards. TripAdvisor revealed the winners for both the United States and the world on Tuesday, June 2.
One World Observatory has welcomed thousands of visitors since opening to the public last Friday, but many still remember visiting the original World Trade Center’s observation deck.
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.
Lou Mendes is the Executive Vice President of Design, Construction and Facilities at the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
A father and his two sons, all of whom took part in the 9/11 rescue and recovery effort, returned together to the World Trade Center site on May 28, 2015 to attend a special ceremony held at the 9/11 Memorial Museum to mark the 13th anniversary of the end of the nine-month recovery effort.
Today, One World Observatory opens its doors to the world. The beautiful One World Trade Center has helped reclaim the skyline of New York City and now, for years to come, millions of visitors will be a part of seeing the unmatched vistas that it offers.
In recognition of the anniversary of the formal end of the recovery effort at Ground Zero, below is an oral history recounted by an iron worker who participated in those efforts.
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