Memorial Experience
Click the numbered points of interest on the map below to learn more about the California 9/11 Memorial.
Learning Stations
The Day the World Changed
An overview of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, to convey an initial sense of the event’s importance, as well as a brief history of the Memorial’s origins and purpose. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Memorial Map
A detailed timeline of the terrorist events of September 11, 2001, from the departure of American Airlines Flight 11 to the collapse of the South Tower, comprising the most devastating attack against the United States on our own soil. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
America Under Attack
A detailed timeline of the terrorist events of September 11, 2001, from the departure of American Airlines Flight 11 to the collapse of the South Tower, comprising the most devastating attack against the United States on our own soil. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Original Memorial
The site of the initial 2001 Memorial prior to the expansion, featuring the original Memorial Stone, the bronze plaque dedicated to the heroic first responders of 9/11, and the towering flagpole measuring 110 feet in height, symbolizing the 110 floors of the Twin Towers.
World Peace Through Trade
The history and significance of New York’s World Trade Center, the attacks that destroyed it – along with thousands of lives – and descriptions and meanings of the nearby sculptures. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
America’s Finest
The compelling account of the heroism and sacrifice demonstrated by America’s first responders in the immediate aftermath of the September 11 attacks, as well as an inspiring profile of NYPD officer, Moira Smith. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Civilian Heroes
The gripping facts surrounding Flight 93, the lone suicide flight that failed to reach its target on September 11 thanks to the courage of ordinary passengers rising against their captors. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Symbols of Survival
The significance of the Wounded Warrior sculpture which pays tribute to military personnel who return to civilian life with wounds both visible and invisible, plus the inspiring story behind the pear tree growing alongside the statue. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Our Defense Attacked
The history and importance of the Pentagon and the terrorist attack that took nearly 200 lives on September 11, plus details on the Pentagon replica and water feature. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
The Armed Forces
A brief history of the United States military and its role in protecting freedom domestically and internationally, and the significance behind each ceremonial fold of the American flag. Accompanying audio/video presentation provided via QR code.
Bronze Sculptures
U.S. Marine and Flag
Crafted by the late sculptor John Parsons, this awe-inspiring bronze sculpture of a United States Marine honors the brave men and women of the United States military and the flag they proudly protect.
Wounded Warrior Bronze Sculpture
Honoring the daily struggle of veterans who carry lingering wounds, whether visible or invisible, into civilian life, this is another beautiful piece from the hands of late sculptor, John Parsons.
FDNY Firefighters Bronze Sculpture
Created by the late sculptor, John Parsons, this inspiring piece honors the heroic men and women who put their lives on the line to save as many as possible from the terrorists’ destruction.
NYPD Officer, Moira Smith, Bronze Sculpture
An artistic tribute to Moira Smith, the first NYPD officer to report the terrorist attack on September 11, who led hundreds to safety before tragically losing her own life. Sculpted by the late John Parsons.