The 9/11 Memorial and Museum is a place of remembrance and quiet reflection located at the World Trade Center site in New York City. The memorial and museum honor the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001, and the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing on February 26, 1993.
Location and Address
- Memorial: Located at the World Trade Center site, with access from Liberty Street at Greenwich Street or West Street.
- Museum: The address is 180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007.
Hours of Operation
- 9/11 Memorial: Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- 9/11 Memorial Museum: Open Wednesday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (last admission is at 5:30 p.m.). The museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Tickets and Admission
- 9/11 Memorial: The memorial is free and open to the public.
- 9/11 Museum: Timed-entry tickets are required for the museum and must be purchased in advance. You can purchase tickets online through the official website. General admission for adults is typically $36. There are discounts for youth, young adults, seniors, college students, and veterans. Admission is complimentary for 9/11 family members, 9/11 Museum Members, and active/retired U.S. military service members.
- Free Admission Mondays: Free admission is offered on Mondays from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. These tickets are available on the website each Monday starting at 7 a.m. ET and are first-come, first-served.
- Guided Tours: Various guided tours are available for an additional fee, including Museum Guided Tours and a comprehensive Memorial + Museum Tour.
What to Expect and Dress Code
- Visitors are asked to dress comfortably and respectfully for a solemn environment. Modest clothing is recommended.
- The museum is an emotional experience, and visitors should be prepared for the heavy subject matter.
- Plan on spending about 45-90 minutes in the museum, though a full experience can take 2-3 hours.
- All visitors must pass through airport-style security.
- Coat check is available, but oversized bags are not permitted in the museum.
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