September 11, 2008 marks the seven-year anniversary of 9/11. There will be several memorial events in the New York City area to honor and remember the victims of September 11th and to come together as a community.
2008 September 11 Memorial Events in New York City
- World Trade Center Site Memorial Ceremony and Remembrance
The official New York City observance of the anniversary of 9/11 will take place at the World Trade Center site on the morning of Thursday, September 11th. The names of all 2,751 victims will be read aloud and four moments of silence will be observed to commemorate the times when each plane hit and each tower fell. At sunset, the famous "Tribute in Light" will return to the skies above New York City for the night.
Thursday, September 11, 2008. 8:40AM-12:30PM.
Zuccotti Park, Liberty Street between Broadway and Church Streets
Call 212-442-8953 for more information.
- National September 11 Memorial: Sign the Beam in Tribute
Add your name to steel beams that will be used in the construction of the September 11th Memorial & Museum. These steel beams traveled around the country through 25 states last year, gathering tens of thousands of signatures as part of the September 11 Tribute Exhibition. You will also have an opportunity to share your thoughts and reflections about 9/11 through “Notes of Hope,” messages that will be preserved in the Memorial Museum archives.
September 10 and 11, 2008. 10AM-7PM.
Battery Place between Greenwich Street and Washington Street
- September 11 Remembrance at Trinity Church
Attend a ceremony of remembrance at the historic Trinity Church. At 8:46 AM, the church bells will toll in honor of those who died on September 11, 2001. A Eucharist for Peace service will take place from 12:05-12:45PM. An Evensong service of remembrance through readings and song will be held from 5:15-5:45PM.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Trinity Church, Broadway at Wall Street
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- The September Concerts
The September Concerts are a series of free concerts held in locations around New York City and around the world to fill the skies with music every September 11th. In 2007, more than 100 concerts were held in New York City. For 2008, concert venues will include Central Park, the New York Public Library, the 42nd Street subway station, Rockefeller Center, Washington Square Park, the World Financial Center, and many more.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
See listings for all concert locations and times
- NYC Remembers Service Week
Observe September 11th by helping people in need. Take the MyGoodDeed pledge to honor the victims, heroes and volunteers of 9/11 by taking time to help others in need and making 9/11 a global day of service every year.
Find 9/11 projects in New York City that need your help
Find out more about NYC Remembers and the MyGoodDeed campaign
- 9/11 Commemoration at The New York City Fire Museum
At 1 p.m., the New York City Fire Museum will unveil a dagger made by the Armourer to the Queen of England from World Trade Center steel and donated to the FDNY. The annual commemoration ceremony at the Firefighter’s Memorial will also include the laying of a wreath for the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001 by the Chief of the Fire Department.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Ne York City Fire Museum, 278 Spring Street, 212-691-1303
- 9/11 World Trade Center Memorial Annual Floating Lanterns Ceremony
The New York Buddhist Church (NYBC) will present a floating lantern ceremony led by Rev. TK Nakagaki. This ancient custom is a symbolic representation of respecting the lives that have gone before us and also represents a light of hope for peace and harmony. This event is free and open to the public.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Pier 40 at West Houston Street and the Hudson River
- New York City 9/11 Unity Walk
Join the 9/11 Interfaith Unity Walk and demonstrate a shared call for peace. The event will include a contemplative walk through the Financial District, speakers from various faith traditions, and music.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Beginning at the 9/11 Memorial in Battery Park and proceeding to Ground Zero for a flower ceremony, then continuing to St. Peter's at 22 Barclay Street.
If you would like to suggest a September 11 memorial event for inclusion on this list, please email me.
