White flowers at the names of victims on the Memorial

September 11, 2001 Commemoration

Each year on the anniversary of 9/11, the families of victims gather for a ceremony on the 9/11 Memorial plaza to read aloud the names of the 2,983 men, women, and children killed in the September 11, 2001 attacks and February 26, 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center. Six moments of silence mark the times when each of the World Trade Center towers was struck, when each tower fell, and the times corresponding to the attack at the Pentagon, and the crash of United Airlines Flight 93 in Pennsylvania. 

Remember the Sky

Tiles in different shades of blue from Museum installation

On September 11, people around the world join the 9/11 Memorial & Museum to take part in our "Remember the Sky" digital commemoration, an active remembrance that highlights our connection under the same big sky. 

Anniversary Digital Learning Experience

Students sit in a row as they look forward and listen to a speaker who is out of view in the Museum auditorium.
Photo by Jin S. Lee

Offered every year on and around the 9/11 anniversary, this interactive program connects participants with 9/11 Memorial Museum staff and guest speakers who share personal stories about the attacks and explore the importance of commemoration. 

Anniversary in the Theaters

Red AMC Theatres logo on white background

For the second year in a row, through a partnership with AMC Theatres, we invite you to commemorate the anniversary by organizing a group of service volunteers, educators, parents, or colleagues to participate in a free screening of our 30-minute Anniversary Digital Learning Experience film. Host your own event at any AMC Theater nationwide, September 5-11.  

Tribute in Light

Water cascades down the illuminated walls of the North Tower reflecting pool on a warm night. The water pours down a square hole at the center of the pool. In the distance, a moon hangs over the city and the Tribute in Light shines above the buildings.
Photo by Jin S. Lee

Each year in commemoration of 9/11, the twin beams of Tribute in Light shine, recalling the Twin Towers and honoring those killed.

Tribute in Lights

Skyline of Manhattan with buildings illuminated in blue

As an extension of Tribute in Light, we partnered in 2022 once again with NYC Tourism + Conventions and landmarks throughout the city who lit up their own facades and rooftops in blue. “Tribute in Lights” is a unique and simple gesture of collective remembrance. 

Visit the Museum

Entrance to the Museum, with American flag blowing in breeze against a row of trees

Come experience the Museum ahead of the anniversary. Book your tickets in advance: we are open six days a week (closed Tuesdays) from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. (last admission 5:30 p.m.).

Please note that special commemoration hours will be in place September 10-12.

  • Sunday, September 10: Museum will close at 3 p.m.
  • Monday, September 11: Museum closed to public so that victims' families may visit privately. Memorial open 3 p.m.-12 a.m.
  • Tuesday, September 12: Museum open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (last admission 5:30 p.m.)

Plan Your Own Observance

Sunflowers and American flags on the Memorial

Explore different ideas for commemorating 9/11 in a way that is personally meaningful. 

The Never Forget Fund

Four images of the rescue and recovery effort appear as photos taped onto a black background, with The Never Forget Fund logo on right

The Never Forget Fund supports programs that help students, educators, law enforcement, military, and intelligence professionals better understand and connect to the stories of 9/11. Make a donation in honor of the anniversary today. 

9/11 FAQs

Beams from the World Trade Center on display in the Museum

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the the events of September 11, 2001 and the history leading up to them. 

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Resources

A blue, steel river water valve sits on a concrete floor. Screws line the border of the circular valve. It is in the open position, allowing the viewer to see through to the concrete wall behind it.

Access Museum resources including interactive timelines, oral histories, digital exhibitions, and 9/11 primary sources to learn more about the February 26, 1993 World Trade Center bombing, 9/11 and its aftermath.

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