Public Programs FAQ

The majority of our programs take place in the Auditorium, located on the Atrium Terrace (second floor) level of the Museum. In the event of a fully booked program, there will be a simulcast screening of the program in an adjacent space on the Atrium Terrace.

Program admission does not include Museum admission unless otherwise specified. Museum admission can be purchased in conjunction with your program ticket reservation by calling (212) 266-5211.

Program entry begins an hour prior to the listed program start time and concludes 15 minutes after the program has begun. Should you arrive early, you are welcome to queue outside, but you will not be granted early admission into the Museum.

Programs begin promptly at their listed start time, and entry concludes 15 minutes after the program has begun. Late entry is not guaranteed and is permitted at the sole discretion of Museum staff.

Yes, the Museum Café is located on the Atrium Terrace and, unless otherwise indicated, is open until 7 p.m. Additionally, as a thank you for attending the program, you will receive 10 percent off your café purchase by presenting your program ticket at checkout. However, please note that food and drink are not permitted inside the Auditorium.

Call (212) 266-5211 to reserve program tickets by phone. Visit the Information Desk, located on the Concourse Lobby level of the Museum, to reserve program tickets on site.

ASL interpretation is available, but you must contact the Museum’s manager of access programs at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program to make arrangements. Please contact (646) 583-3419 (voice or VP) or access@911memorial.org to place a request.