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.

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Seedlings Take Root in Field Honoring 9/11 Victims of Flight 93

June 2, 2017

Thousands of tree seedlings dot a swath of land in southwestern Pennsylvania that is a former mining site.

Stories from the Recovery: Talking with FDNY Lt. Adrienne Walsh

June 1, 2017

Lieutenant Adrienne Walsh of FDNY Squad Company 18 has served with the FDNY since 1997. She was the second woman in FDNY history to be assigned to the FDNY Special Operations Command and the first woman to hold a position of rank in the command.

Rescue and Recovery Workers Honored as Permanent Dedication Is Announced

May 31, 2017

On the 15th anniversary of the completion of the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum honored the brave men and women who served with dedication and selflessness after the attack and announced plans to create a permanent dedication to rescue and recovery workers on the 9/11 Memorial.

Bloomberg, Cuomo and Stewart Announce Plans for a Permanent Dedication to 9/11 Rescue and Recovery Workers

May 30, 2017

A permanent dedication at the 9/11 Memorial to recognize the rescue and recovery at Ground Zero is being planned and developed, 9/11 Memorial & Museum Board Chairman Michael R. Bloomberg, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo and board member Jon Stewart announced Tuesday.

9/11 Museum Ambassadors Enjoy 'Teens Take the Met'

May 26, 2017

On a recent Friday, the Metropolitan Museum of Art was overtaken by New York City’s teens. Young people from every corner of the metropolis flocked to the Met to participate in various activities, meet with museum educators and spend a night with friends.

Interpreting the Last Column: The DDC Markings

May 26, 2017

Interpreting the Last Column: In this series, 9/11 Memorial & Museum exhibitions staff share the stories behind the markings and tributes placed on the Last Column. The Last Column was the final piece of steel to be removed from the World Trade Center site.

Pearl Harbor Survivor Honored in Visit to 9/11 Memorial & Museum

May 25, 2017

At the age of 94, U.S. Army veteran and Pearl Harbor survivor John Seelie fulfilled a long-time wish on Thursday: he visited the 9/11 Memorial & Museum to pay his respects.

In New York’s Darkest Moment, Compassion Soon Followed

May 25, 2017

In the wake of the destruction and loss of the Sept. 11 terror attacks, many New Yorkers felt an overwhelming need to help rebuild their city. Debora Jackson was one of these selfless and compassionate New Yorkers.

Rescue & Recovery at 20: The Four-Legged Heroes

May 24, 2017

This post - updated in May 2022 ahead of the 20th anniversary of the end of formal rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero - highlights the special canines who played an integral role in the operation. 

How to Talk to Children About Tragedies like the Manchester Attack

May 23, 2017

Talking to kids about 9/11 is challenging. For parents, caretakers, friends and families, broaching this complex subject with children is as tough for many today as it was soon after the 2001 attacks.