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Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour

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Visit the 5-star rated Ground Zero Museum Workshop for an intimate and detailed and introduction to the “Real Ground Zero” and to things you won't see at the nearby 9/11 Memorial & Museum. The “kid-friendly” non-graphic imagery, 100 audio stories, Ground Zero artifacts and rare photos housed in this non-profit museum exhibit the heroic efforts of the FDNY firefighters on that fateful day in 2001 and the 9-month “Recovery Period." See the "Bible Page" and the "Frozen Clock." Winner of TripAdvisor’s “Top 25 Museums in the USA” award in 2013 & 2014, this is the only place you can actually pick up and hold Ground Zero artifacts, a chilling reminder for adults and a chance for young children to learn about a significant moment in history. Located in the historic Meatpacking District on West 14th street near the High Line Park and Chelsea Market Eateries. Known world-wide as the "Biggest LITTLE Museum in New York." Images by the Official Photographer at Ground Zero.

Overview

Visit the 5-star rated Ground Zero Museum Workshop for an intimate and detailed and introduction to the “Real Ground Zero” and to things you won't see at the nearby 9/11 Memorial & Museum. The “kid-friendly” non-graphic imagery, 100 audio stories, Ground Zero artifacts and rare photos housed in this non-profit museum exhibit the heroic efforts of the FDNY firefighters on that fateful day in 2001 and the 9-month “Recovery Period." See the "Bible Page" and the "Frozen Clock." Winner of TripAdvisor’s “Top 25 Museums in the USA” award in 2013 & 2014, this is the only place you can actually pick up and hold Ground Zero artifacts, a chilling reminder for adults and a chance for young children to learn about a significant moment in history. Located in the historic Meatpacking District on West 14th street near the High Line Park and Chelsea Market Eateries. Known world-wide as the "Biggest LITTLE Museum in New York." Images by the Official Photographer at Ground Zero.

Itinerary

  • Ground Zero Museum Workshop

    The Ground Zero Museum Workshop in the Meat-Packing District on West 14th Street features stunning images, rare video and remnants from the Ground Zero Recovery Period, all packed into an intimate and emotional space. On display are 100 of Gary Marlon Suson's most well-known images, including the charred Genesis 11: Tower of Babylon Bible Page found in the WTC rubble, the Frozen Clock stuck at 10:02am, marking the collapse of the South Tower and several FDNY Honor Guard images. The actual clock itself is also on display in the museum.

    The only all-access, sanctioned photographer at Ground Zero, Suson's one-of-a-kind, 3-D photo installations place viewers into the "hole" at Ground Zero. Visitors are also allowed the rare opportunity to pick up and hold World Trade Center steel and window glass. Tours are limited to just 25 people, and include a powerful 15-minute video.

    The Ground Zero Museum is about 5-minutes from Ground Zero via the "E" train. Daily tours last about 90 minutes and include the intimate stories behind 100 images and remnants. This is a "don't-miss" museum that touches the heart of young and old alike. No graphic or morbid images are displayed and the museum is known for its sensitivity to a very tough subject matter. Suitable for children.

    Admission Included

Location

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Address

420 W 14th St, New York, NY 10014, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • Visit the Ground Zero Museum for a guided tour
  • Suitable for the whole family, including kids
  • The only place you can hold Ground Zero artifacts
  • Includes BOSE audio tour in four languages
  • Inclusions

    • Self-guided audio tour
    • Walk-through of 9/11 artifacts with museum guide
    • Free Water
    • BOSE Self-Guided Audio Tour in 4 languages
    • Free Water

    Exclusions

    • Gratuities
    • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Cameras are allowed but no videotaping, no cell phones, food or drink allowed on tours
    • Due to security and space concerns, all backpacks and large bags must be stored at the front of the museum during the tour. There are no exceptions. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of the tour
    • This does NOT include admission to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. The Ground Zero Museum Workshop was established in 2005 and has been active part in remembrance and education of the September 11 tragedy
    • This is a separate tour/experience from the 9/11 Memorial Museum
    • Audio Tours in Spanish, French, Italian and French - (included)
    • Member of TripAdvisor's "Hall of Fame" Rated 5-Stars
    • Kid-Friendly and Parent-Approved. Non-graphic. The BOSE audio guide holds the attention of young children.
    • Only 9/11 Museum to allow guests to pick up and hold / photograph rare artifacts
    • "Top 25 Museums in the USA" Award Winner on TripAdvisor (2-time Winner)
    • All Images by the Official Photographer at Ground Zero (FDNY)
    • Located 4 subway stops from World Trade Center ("E" Subway) in the Meatpacking District. Near Chelsea Market Eateries and the High Line Park.
    • Not your typical Museum Experience. In-depth and detailed with 100 BOSE Audio Stories behind each image and artifact

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    No refund is possible if you cancel.

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