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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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VERY TOUCHING
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| Sat, Sep 30, 06 11:30 AM |
kmahle |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| I thought the entire display was tastefully arranged. Very moving. |
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Absolutely recommended museum about 9/11
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| Fri, Sep 29, 06 11:30 AM |
djwtweety |
Female |
20-29 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| We were both very surprised how small and intimite the museum was. Gary Suson was there to tell us everything we wanted to know, but a lot of pictures told us the story itself.
It gave us the impression we were actually there to relive it. The pictures were so real, so impressive. If you really want to know more about 9/11, more about the rescuers who did such a great job, and you want to hear stories you will never believe but did happen. Please go to this museum. It is the perfect way! |
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We think it should be mandatory for ALL.
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| Fri, Sep 29, 06 11:30 AM |
GlennFerraro |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| We were fortunate to have Gary as our 'guide'. He has given to the world the priceless gift of his time, talent and enormous sensitivity and caring for such a traumatic event in the history of the United States and the World that is still hard to get one's mind around. Our hearts cannot even imagine the true love, compassion and self-sacrifice that he and those working at Ground Zero gave for our fellow humans lost in this horrible tragedy. Each exemplifies the grace and goodness that we each would hope to find in ourselves if called upon in any needful situation. This exhibit should never be dismantled. Attendance should be mandatory so the World never forgets the tragedy, but also, gains an understanding of the resilience and generousity of the human, and very American, spirit. |
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Excellent and thought provoking exhibit
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| Fri, Sep 29, 06 11:30 AM |
annephillips |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| This exhibit really brought the details of the recovery and the magntitude of the task that the firefighters and other recovery workers faced in the days and months after 9/11. It is a moving and extremely sensitive display of photos and artifacts that really make one stop and think again about the horrific acts of 9/11 and about the fact that we need to be constantly on guard to make sure that nothing like this ever happens again.
The sensitivity of the photographer was so evident throughout the entire display, and the personal and profound effect that his work throughtout the recovery period had on him as a person was tremendous. He has done a great service to the rest of us by documenting these events, as well as the effect that they had on him personally.
The bravery and tenacity of the recovery workers cannot be overstated - they are all true heroes and this exhibit is one that everyone who visits New York should see - I highly reccomend it. |
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Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
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| Wed, Sep 27, 06 4:30 PM |
burdett |
Male |
40-49 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| My wife and I found this to be a deeply emotional experience. Coming from Australia, and also being previous visitors to New York City, we were very touched by the photos, video/audio presentations but most specifically by Gary Suson's personal account and recollections. We applaud his passion, not only to his art, but also to the thousands of people who lost their lives on that terrible day and their families. Having watched this all unfold back in 2001 from Melbourne, Australia and being quite distressed at the time it was a sureal experience to talk to someone who was at the World Trade Centre site during the recovery operation. Gary was an amazing person who has a great talent, not only with his photography, but also with his recollections of the various stories behind his photos. We purchased his book "Requiem" and have bought that home with us to ensure we never forget the very moving experience of the museum. We have had quite a few requests from familty and friends to view this book. Those who have already done so have also found it very moving in itself. Gary's work and museum should have a lot more exposure and recognition for what he has done in ensuring that 9/11 is never forgotton in the amazingly tasteful way that he has portrayed his photos, artifacts and stories. Very, very highly recommend. However take plenty of tissues. David and Michelle Burdett, Melbourne, Australia. |
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Very emotional experience
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| Sun, Sep 24, 06 12:00 PM |
bsbllvr8 |
Female |
40-49 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| The Ground Zero Museum Workshop was a very emotional and intimate experience. It's basically one room filled with Gary Suson's moving photos and many artifacts from the World Trade Center. Gary was very gracious and open about his experiences at Ground Zero. |
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An Introspective look at the lives lost Ground 0
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| Sat, Sep 23, 06 1:00 PM |
Candiegrl00 |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| This Museum was heartfelt and true to the lives of the fallen and trescuers. It gives much insight into what went on during and after the recovery effort.
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Ground Zero Museum is not to be missed.
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| Fri, Sep 22, 06 11:30 AM |
pswoodard |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| As soon as you enter this small but significant museum there is a feeling of reverence and awe. The WTC recovery comes alive in the photographs and artifacts. More importantly, Mr. Suson's work captures the essence of the human spirit and a power even greater than that. Every picture, every artifact, tells a story and allows the viewer to see through the eyes of those who were there. If you have the opportunity to visit this museum, make it a priority. |
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The Taj Mahal of 9/11
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| Fri, Sep 22, 06 11:30 AM |
mkiedron |
Female |
30-39 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| Whereas the Taj Mahal was built by a sultan for the love of his dead wife, so Gary Sasson's tribute to the aftermath of 9/11 demonstrates a persons dedication and commitment bourne out of tragedy.
We were informed about the workshop by other tourists and wouldn't have known about this wonderful place otherwise. It is a place that explains and shows in detail the aftermath at ground zero. It captures the emotions of everyone at the sight enabling you to appreciate the extremely diffiuclt task they undertook; voluntarily in most cases.This museum unites all nations to understand and commemorate all the vitims of 9/11. A very emotional experience that moved us both.
Before our visit I did not appreicate the enormous task following the disaster and how the site was combed sensitively and minutely for evidence to identify vicitms. I was shocked by the number of fire personnel that were killed trying to assist the people trapped in the twin towers and I would be very proud if I was a member of the fire department to visit this museum as a tribute to their colleagues.
The museum also ensures that everyone who was a victim of 9/11 is remembered. This includes all the people on the arepolanes, those at the pentagon and pennsylvania. I for one have previously focused on just those at the twin towers, but now will always think of them all as a result of my visit.
Although the museum it is small, it is very impactive, tacftful, thought provoking and a must as a prequel before visitng ground zero.
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Probably the best 9/11 experience left in New York
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| Fri, Sep 22, 06 11:30 AM |
aaronv41 |
Male |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| My wife and I attended this presentation and where lucky enough to have Gary Suson as our moderator. Gary is the person that took the photos and was the only allowed in to document 9/11 for the first nine months. He is very knowledgable and also very sensitive to what he was part of. He also has first hand experiences that no one else in the world has. The photos are great, but even better are the items on display that were in the rubble at the Trade Centers. The hardest and most difficult piece to look at, though, is part of the airplane that he has on display. Although it is maybe 3 feet by 2 feet, it really represents a lot of what happened to many of the people that day. We would recommend this to anyone even over going to the actual Ground Zero itself.
Aaron V |
