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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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A must see...hands down!
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| Thu, Aug 27 1:00 PM |
Kimtramutola |
Female |
40-49 |
Combination |
Family With Children |
| Unlike any museum you've ever seen.
Tasteful, personal, sad, and honorable... will tug at your heart strings like nothing else.
A much needed respectful display to honor that day never to be forgotten.
Our children were quite little when 911 happened. Now, at ages 13 and 15 it was a moving experience that placed the missing pieces together for them; and us as well.
Just to give you an idea: not a big cold building but a quaint small room quiet and serene with more information and memories that you could ever imagine.
You see, you touch, and you will feel.
Although a very heavy experience, one that no true Native New-Yorker should miss.
Tips...Don't be late, a short movie is first and nothing you ever ever seen on tv.
Try to see the last tour so you can take your time...so much to see and hear about.
Bring a camera for sure.
And if Gary is coming...wait for him...meeting him was a healing moment.
And gal pals...wear waterproof mascara if any at all.
Families...do something fun afterward like wax museum.
And last but not least.....please tell Gretchen (who is wonderful) that Kim sent you.
last words....Worth every dollar and moment of our time, would do it again in a heart beat. |
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Very moving
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| Thu, Aug 27 1:00 PM |
cameos |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| I was very moved by the Ground Zero Museum Workshop and Tour.Having all those pictures and artifacts in such a small room made it seem like I was actually there with Gary. I was lucky enough to meet Gary at the Museum . It really put a face to everything I had seen. |
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a good experience, but not amazing
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| Thu, Aug 27 1:00 PM |
philip1000 |
Male |
20-29 |
International Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| I was very excited at the thought of seeing video footage and images of september 11 that were hidden from the public. I thought it would be a surreal and emotional experience that every person should see, if only out of respect for those that lost their lives.
While a lot of the images were touching, I thought I would have seen a lot more of the aftermaths of 9/11 than were presented on the walls of the musuem and in the video I saw. Not that I wanted to see human remains or anything like that, but most of the images were of inaminate objects that had been found in the remains.
That being said, I would definitely go to the musuem, more because of that fact that the money you spend on your ticket goes to 9/11 related charities than anything else. That is reason enough, though you may gain more from the experience than I did - just dont expect to be blown away by what you see and you'll enjoy it. |
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Well worth a visit!
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| Thu, Aug 27 1:00 PM |
Robsue |
Female |
40-49 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| The museum is small but well worth a visit. I like the way you can listen to the stories behind each artifact on yr own headphones and in yr own time. Very informative, and although deeply saddening I would def recommend |
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The exhibit touched our hearts
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| Thu, Aug 27 11:00 AM |
cellsplitter |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| I visited NYC with my 11 year old daughter for two days and decided to take her to the Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour. She was too young when the terrorist attacks occurred on 9/11/01, so even though by now she knew about the tragedy, she had never seen images about it. This was her first exposure to this sad event in history, and a great introduction to then talk about and view actual media coverage of the events of that day. The exhibit is very rich in details and the stories behind the images are so compelling you can't help but become emotional at times even if you were not directly affected by the 9/11 attacks. However, it is very appropriate for children, especially pre-teens. I am glad we chose this destination as part of our itinerary while in NYC. I'll always remember it, but most importantly my daughter will.
The museum is very small, so minimize the bags (even small purses) or luggage you bring along, or you will have to check it in before entering. However, don't be too concerned about having your valuable personal items out of sight, since the "check in" area is just a corner within the single room you will be in for the whole 2 hours of your tour.
There's a brief introduction by one of the museum tour guides, followed by a short video (no disturbing images of plane crashings) and then you are on your own to browse and listen to the audio tours (headphones) at your leisure Two hours seems like a lot of time, However, I didn't get to go through it all. I missed about 10 items or so, so pace yourself. It is best perhaps to go through it all and then return to the items you want to spend more time on.
It is very easy to get to it by Subway. We were staying close to the Rockefeller Center and debated whether to get a taxi to go there. I'm glad we chose the subway. We save $$$ and time by taking the E line, an got there in no time. There's plenty of places close by to grab a bite before or after your tour. |
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Perceptive and Dignified Expressions
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| Thu, Aug 27 11:00 AM |
pcarter |
Unspecified |
70+ |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| This was my second visit to NYC and this wonderful museum in two years. Since my visit last year I have spoken to many, many people about the "must-see" exhibit. Gary has to be the most perceptive and respectful professional photographer in the world. You must not visit NYC without visiting Ground Zero Museum Workshop for a true up close and personal 911 experience. The small space is packed with so many touching pictures and memorabilia items My opinion is that every American should see this exhibit. |
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Tough on the emotions but a must see!
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| Tue, Aug 25 11:00 AM |
sresle |
Unspecified |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| We we're all affected by 9/11 and this workshop is a reminder of the events that followed after the attack. It was what I expected and more. Somehow through all the images comes a sense of hope; maybe when you see the determination of the rescuers recorded on film it's a reminder of the need to keep things in perspective as we move through our lives..
Well done! |
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Surprisingly different than expected
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| Sun, Aug 23 12:00 PM |
bennoo |
Male |
40-49 |
International Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| I found the museum tour very interesting with lots of opportunities for personal thoughts, quite different than the attribute to 9/11 museum I visited at ground zero as well.
Some of the pictures and items are unforgettable and quite emotional.
Please keep this formula alive, I will recommend it to others. |
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Must see and do this!
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| Sat, Aug 22 1:00 PM |
wb1hsnp |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| Extremely moving museum. One of a kind, can only recommend seeing this! |
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It Touched Our Hearts
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| Sat, Aug 22 11:00 AM |
justinetyler |
Female |
20-29 |
International Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| This museum was by far our favorite tourist activity we did. It really helped us to understand how 9/11 affected New York. I would recommend that everyone make a trip to this museum while in New York! |
