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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Compassion
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| Tue, Sep 19, 06 11:30 AM |
LINDAACIERNO |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| The artist/photographer/museum director documents the bravery the firemen exhibited during the recovery period at Ground Zero. The exhibits are a poignant reminder of the fragility and strength of humanity and the love shown in their reverence for those lost. The museum offers visitors a time for reflection and interaction.
I continued onto Ground Zero by subway (at the museum director's suggestion) into the actual Ground Zero area below street level. It was an eerie experience seeing the concrete and steel beam skeltons while remembering the devistation. Ascending the escalator to street level and seeing the cross of steel beams was very emotional.
I visited the new Tribute Museum where volunteers made up of survivors of victims and survivors of that day answer questions and lead tours of the area while talking of their experiences and feelings. It is a verbal history of the love and compassion that continues through these volunteers' efforts to keep memories of the love and compassion shown from around the world. The tear drop fountain is a very touching tribute also seen on the tour.
My visit ended at Trinity Church with more pictures, momentos and verbal dialogue provided in a serene environment giving testimony to how goodness and light are demonstrated in the darkest of times.
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A great tribute to recovery efforts at Ground Zero
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| Sun, Sep 17, 06 12:00 PM |
pcrossin |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| I recommend this Museum. You can spend as much time as needed to see and absorb all the incredible pictures and artifacts. |
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Awe-struck.
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| Sat, Sep 16, 06 11:30 AM |
jennihofherr |
Female |
20-29 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| I'm so glad that we stumbled across the city guide in the hotel that listed the Ground Zero Museum Workshop. Seeing Ground Zero was one thing - which we did right before the tour... but Gary's photos and the artifacts really brought the entire event to life. Speaking as someone who watched the entire event from the safety of their home, it was inspiring to meet Gary and to see the blood, sweat and tears he shed in order to really tell the story. Gary was also our "tour guide", and that just made the experience that much more memorable. Thank you so much for sharing those eight months of your life with us. I, for one, appreciate it. I will Never Forget. |
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A must see for anyone visiting New York!
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| Fri, Sep 15, 06 11:30 AM |
tagrn55 |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| It is on top of my list for one of the most memorable experiences in New York. The museum is small, but the emotional impact is huge. The photography displayed is so tastelfully done, and most definitely a priceless collection. I purchased the book so that I will be able to share this piece of history with my grandchildren, and show them how honored we all are to be Americans. |
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Highly Offensive
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| Mon, Sep 11, 06 1:30 PM |
dsimnett |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Individual |
| I found the exhibit to be in extremely poor taste. Artifacts from a site where nearly 3000 people murdered on the fifth anniversary of 9-11 were displayed like a circus freak show; broken glasses, a mangled keyboard, dirt, glasses, a firefighter's glove...
Don't know how they got the stuff, but as a New Yorker, I consider Ground Zero hallowed ground, and I hope every New Yorker is just as shocked and offended by the vulgar and tastless display of murdered innocence and heroism.
I was told the proceeds from the admission and book sales go to 'a charity'. I was not told which charity. The photographer was too busy autographing his books. |
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Do NOT miss this!
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| Mon, Sep 11, 06 1:30 PM |
sjscheidle |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| As a former NYPD officer (retired), I went into this activity a little skeptical... but I was absolutely TOUCHED by the sensitivity and emotion that went into what was obviously a labor of love and respect for those lost that fateful day.
As I expected (in my somewhat jaded and cynical mind), the workshop brought back the horrors of that day, but it also spoke VOLUMES about the dedication and focus of the workers at Ground Zero... and I walked out of that small venue with a new appreciation for the simple act of waking up in the morning, or giving a hug to someone I love.
Mr. Suson is a brilliant, insightful talent - with an eye for capturing history that I don't think will be eclipsed for generations to come. I applaud those who had the guts to fight to get Mr. Suson into Ground Zero... and I give a STANDING OVATION to Mr. Suson's dedication to what had to have been a watershed task in his life - something that will live on long after all of us are gone.
To those considering this activity, I say to you - RUN. Do NOT walk. This is something that will CHANGE you... it will make you cry... it will make you think... and it will be something you will remember FOREVER.
Thank you, Gary.
Sally from San Diego, CA |
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intimateand unique
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| Mon, Sep 11, 06 12:00 PM |
aliciasross |
Female |
40-49 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| it was really special to hear directly from the photographer and a firefighter who was in the WTC. |
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Very touching and moving
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| Mon, Sep 11, 06 12:00 PM |
willori60 |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| Saw the museum on 9-11-06 and it was especially moving to be there on the 5 year anniversary. It was really cool how the photographer was there to explain every detail and even one of the surviving firemen were there also. It was amazing and truly moving. I would highly recommend it to anyone who gets the chance to go. It is an amazing experience and I would do it again. |
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Excellent highly recommended
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| Mon, Sep 4, 06 12:00 PM |
IRISACEVEDO |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| On our recent trip to New York we became aware of this recently opened Museum that we recommend without hesitation.
The work of Mr. Gary Marlon is wonderful, very emotional and in my opinion an excellent tribute to those people who risk their life after the 9/11 events.
It was a privilege to visit this Museum and share time with Gary and the people who were there during that afternoon.
Iris Acevedo, MD
San Juan, Puerto Rico 9/10/06 |
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Strongly recommended
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| Mon, Sep 4, 06 12:00 PM |
brn2danz4 |
Female |
20-29 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| It was necessary to be remembered of the terror that happened that day because I never want to forgot all of the lives that were lost on 9/11. It was very emotional and spiritual. I am very glad I went. |
