Our Flag Was Still There: From the American Revolution to 9/11

  • Wednesday, July 15
  • 6-7 p.m.
  • Auditorium
four people sit on stage in front of a blue background with a large photo on the screen -- the flag from Ground Zero
Photo by David E. Starke

In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, the American flag emerged as a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and hope. In conversation with Museum Director Clifford Chanin, photographer Thomas Franklin, historian Edward T. Linenthal, and Executive Director of the Fairfield Art Museum Carey Mack Weber explore how national symbols take on new meaning in times of crisis – and how images, memory, and commemoration continue to shape the way we remember 9/11 today.

The Alice M. Greenwald Public Program is made possible with support from Joel S. Marcus, Executive Chairman & Founder, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc./Alexandria Venture Investments, Jane Rosenthal, Co-Founder & CEO, Tribeca Enterprises, and Christine A. Ferer. 

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  • Wide stage with four people laughing under the 9/11 logo
  • Close up on the three panelists
  • a man gestures on stage, across a small white table, a woman sits with her hands on her lap
  • four people sit on stage in front of a blue background with a large photo on the screen -- the flag from Ground Zero
Photos by David E. Starke

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