by National September 11 Memorial & Museum
Photo: 911memorial.org
The outdoor memorial pools are free to visit, and the underground museum tells the story of September 11 through artifacts and personal accounts. The museum offers youth and family tours and guidance for talking with children; content is best suited to older kids.
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| Monday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
Museum closed most Tuesdays; memorial plaza open daily 8am-8pm
Memorial free; museum requires timed tickets (see website)
Open Mon, Wed–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 10–17.
Memorial free; museum requires timed tickets (see website)
Sunday: 9 AM–7 PM · Monday: 9 AM–7 PM · Wednesday: 9 AM–7 PM · Thursday: 9 AM–7 PM · Friday: 9 AM–7 PM · Saturday: 9 AM–7 PM. Museum closed most Tuesdays; memorial plaza open daily 8am-8pm
180 Greenwich St, 10007, in the Financial District, Manhattan.
Tickets are handled by National September 11 Memorial & Museum: 911memorial.org.
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