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
A July 4th Tradition Continues
July 17, 2024
With the help of Team Red, White, and Blue and TD Bank, we honored veterans and continued our mission to never forget this year.
Beth Hillman Visits Bronx & Queens Communities
June 12, 2024
9/11 Memorial & Museum President & CEO Beth Hillman visited Bronx and Queens communities deeply affected by 9/11.
Introducing "This History is My History"
March 25, 2024
Coinciding with Black History Month 2024, we launched a special short film exploring the impact of 9/11 and the unprecedented response on the Black community. The film is the first in a series designed to look at lesser known aspects of the 9/11 narrative and legacy.
The Shelby White & Leon Levy Digital Archives Initiative: Part II
February 13, 2024
In the second installment of our series highlighting the archival work funded by the Shelby White & Leon Levy Foundation, guest blogger Samantha Spiller discusses her role as a collections technician.
Ferry Captain Answers Call for "All Available Boats"
February 1, 2024
Richard Thornton is a NY Waterway Captain who participated in the largest waterborne evacuation in American history, when an estimated 300,000 to 500,000 people were transported to safety on 9/11.
To Serve and Make a Difference: A Brother’s Journey
January 31, 2024
Joe Quinn was a senior at the United States Military Academy at West Point when he lost his older brother James to the 9/11 attack. The experience helped to reinforce his commitment to serve and make a difference.
Through the Lens of First Response
January 23, 2024
While filming a documentary about a "probie" NYC firefighter, Brothers Jules and Gédéon Naudet captured rare footage of both the 9/11 attack and first responders' response.
A Look Back at 2023 with Elizabeth L. Hillman
January 22, 2024
Our president and CEO looks back on 2023, and ahead to the promise of the coming year.
Visit to Bronx Museum Inspires Revisit of Michael Richards Story
January 12, 2024
A visit to the Bronx Museum helps one of our interpretive guides discover the powerful story of artist Michael Richards, killed on 9/11 while working in a studio on the 92nd floor of the North Tower.