2009 September 11 Memorial Events in New York City
- World Trade Center Site Memorial Ceremony and Remembrance 2009
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 Friday, September 11th, 2009. In honor of the new federal designation of September 11th as a National Day of Service and Remembrance, family members will read the names of all 2,751 victims aloud. Each family member will be paired with a volunteer from the five boroughs who will represent the spirit of compassion and giving that unified New York City in the weeks and months following the tragedy.
As always, 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.
Friday, September 11, 2009. 8:40AM-12:30PM.
Zuccotti Park, Liberty Street between Broadway and Church Streets
Call 212-442-8953 for more information. - September 11 Remembrance at Trinity Church
The historic Trinity Church will open at midnight for an all-night vigil and labyrinth walk. A Day of Remembrance service will take place from 12:30-2:00PM.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Trinity Church, Broadway at Wall Street
More Information - 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 2008, more than 100 concerts were held in New York City. For 2009, 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.
Friday, September 11, 2009
See listings for all concert locations and times - September 11 National Day of Service
In March, Congress passed legislation to officially designate September 11th as a National Day of Service and Remembrance. This year, observe September 11th by helping people in need. Take the MyGoodDeed.com pledge to honor the victims, heroes and volunteers of 9/11 by taking time to help others on the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.
Find 9/11 projects in New York City that need your help
Find out more about the September 11 National Day of Service and the MyGoodDeed campaign - 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.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Pier 40 at West Houston Street and the Hudson River
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