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
Q&A with Joana Cook, Author of "A Woman's Place: U.S. Counterterrorism Since 9/11"
February 3, 2020
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum's winter/spring 2020 fall public programming season kicks off on Monday, February 10, with A Woman's Place: U.S. Counterterrorism Since 9/11.
9/11 Memorial on the Small Screen
January 17, 2020
In the coming months, the 9/11 Memorial will be featured in several popular television shows. The Memorial plays a different role in each program, but its ongoing presence in the cultural landscape builds public awareness around the 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s mission and demonstrates how this sacred space is an essential part of the fabric of life in New York City.
Registration Now Open for Winter/Spring 2020 Programs
January 15, 2020
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s winter/spring 2020 programming season will include conversations with scholars and authors, live dance works, and programs presented in conjunction with the exhibitions Revealed: The Hunt for Bin Laden and K-9 Courage.
An Exhibition Honoring the Dogs of 9/11 to Open at the 9/11 Memorial Museum
January 13, 2020
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s newest temporary exhibition will honor the hundreds of dogs that participated in the rescue and recovery efforts in response to the 9/11 attacks.
Last Chance to View "Skywalkers" at the 9/11 Memorial Museum
January 10, 2020
The last day to see Skywalkers: A Portrait of Mohawk Ironworkers at the World Trade Center, an exhibition of tintype photographs by artist Melissa Cacciola, will be Sunday, January 12, 2020.
Book Belonging to Norma Steuerle Now on View in the Memorial Exhibition
January 8, 2020
Meditations on Silence by Sister Wendy Beckett was donated to the Museum by Norma Steuerle family as a testament to her thoughtful and honest reflections on books, articles, and film.
Registration Open for 8th Annual 5K Run/Walk and Community Day
January 6, 2020
Registration is now open for the eighth annual 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K Run/Walk and Community Day, which will be held Sunday, April 26, 2020.
Charities Borne From 9/11 Attacks Give Hope During the Holiday Season
December 26, 2019
In the spirit of giving back to the 9/11 community and beyond, many 9/11 family members and first responders have begun charities, providing everything from mental health support to financial assistance.
On View in the Memorial Exhibition: Charles Alan Zion’s Needlework
December 21, 2019
Among the items on display at the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s In Memoriam exhibition is a piece of needlework belonging to Charles Alan Zion. It's a testament to his wide-ranging interests and passion for life.