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Fifty years ago, French high-wire artist Philippe Petit captured headlines around the world when he pulled off what became known as the “artistic crime of the century,” performing a tightrope balancing act between the Twin Towers. A quarter mile into the sky, Petit walked and performed his way between the two skyscrapers, without a net, for 45 minutes. This act made him a celebrity and shined a spotlight on the World Trade Center only a year after it was dedicated. In conversation with Museum Director Clifford Chanin, Petit reflects on the World Trade Center, his iconic performance, and its legacy half a century later.
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s programs are made possible, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Revealed Online
This online collection of stories was adapted from the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s special exhibition Revealed: The Hunt For Bin Laden.
Past Public Programs
You can explore past programs and learn more about the continuing impact of 9/11 on the world today with the 9/11 Memorial Museum’s Public Programs Archive.