9/11 Remembrance Ceremony 25 Years Later

Tribute in Light, the two beams of light that evoke the memory of the Twin Towers, is a commemorative public art installation first displayed on the six-month anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Since then, Tribute in Light, presented in partnership with Con Edison, has appeared in the night sky each 9/11 to honor those killed and shine a light on the unbreakable spirit of New York.

 

An extension of Tribute in Light supported by New York City Tourism + Conventions, Tribute in Lights provides a unique opportunity to pay tribute and increase public awareness of the anniversary. Buildings and landmarks throughout New York and across the country are invited to light their facades in blue from dusk to dawn on September 11.

Every year as we commemorate the anniversary, we ask you to join us in active remembrance, inspired by Trying to Remember the Color of the Sky on that September Morning, Spencer Finch's iconic artwork in the Museum. Simply take a photo of the sky from wherever you are on September 11—regardless of the weather. Then, share it on Instagram or the social media platform of your choice with a memory or tribute, tag us, and include the hashtags neverforget911 and rememberthesky.

Commemorate the victims of 9/11, honor the first responders, and reaffirm our promise to never forget by leaving a personal tribute on our digital Blue Sky Remembrance Wall. Every name, memory, and meaningful message shared can foster a conversation with a new generation and help them understand the story and legacy of 9/11.

Explore different ideas for commemorating 9/11 in a way that is personally meaningful, including observing the seven moments of silence with us; bell tolling; and reading aloud the names of those killed.

Join students and teachers from around the world to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by registering for the 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s free Anniversary Digital Learning Experience program. This program consists of a 35-minute film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath, individual speaker stories, and the opportunity to connect with Museum staff in real-time through an interactive live chat. Available on-demand beginning Friday, September 11.

Throughout 2026, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will present public programs that invite audiences to examine the lasting impact of 9/11 over a quarter century through moderated conversations, panels, and performances. The series will bring together historians, policymakers, veterans, clinicians, journalists, artists, and members of the 9/11 community to explore both the immediate aftermath of the attacks and their long-term consequences.

The Never Forget Fund supports the 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s mission to educate a new generation and inspire them with stories of compassion, resilience, and service. Since its launch in 2021, The Never Forget Fund has supported programs reaching 5.5 million students, teachers, professionals, and community members. We invite individuals and organizations to donate to The Never Forget Fund as we pursue our $50 million goal—enabling us to educate 20 million students, train 100,000 professionals, amplify stories of 9/11-inspired service, and ensure the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is a permanent place of reflection and learning for future generations.

Throughout this milestone anniversary year, with a grant from Carnegie Corporation, we continue to offer free admission to those who live, work, and study in New York on the first Sunday of each month from 4 to 7 pm (ID required). We invite you to come reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed our city and nation in the wake of 9/11.