Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour

As our guide mentioned this is the littlest, biggest museum. It is packed with 9/11 site artefacts that you can touch (some) and see close up. By using the audio equipment you can access information on all items, depicted scenes etc. A good place and one I'm glad to have visited.

The museum was smaller than I expected but the photography was excellent and the comments by Mr. Suson really gave you a feel for the gravity of the experience. It is artfully presented and respectfully done. I did feel the tour was a bit pricey at $25 per person. It was mentioned that a portion of the proceeds go to the families of 9-11 but it was never clarified as to how much.

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I visited the museum with my spouse and my 21 year-old daughter, on March 25, 2012. The museum has been called the biggest, little museum in New York City. For good reason. It is a hand-on place that let's you connect with the massive effort to recover from the tragedy of 9/11 in New York City. Tastefully done, but very emotional. There is nothing in the museum workshop that I could not bring a 6 year old to. The museum is not physically taxing at all, and is a comfortable, protective place. The staff / tour guides are professional, helpful and friendly. They strongly believe in the mission of the museum. Cameras are allowed, although the staff requests that no videos be taken. Proceeds from the museum sales directly benefit six charities. Tours are two hours long, and advanced ticket purchases are required. Very fine job. Well worth your time, in my opinion.

My husband and I thought the museum was a very fitting memorial to all the people who lost their lives on 911, the exhibition was very detailed and very moving. We would definately recommend the Museum to our friends and family if they decide to visit New York. It was wonderful that we were able to walk the High Line to get to the meat packing district where the Museum was. Also the area where the Museum is situated is ideal for tourists who then want to visit Greenwich Village and Soho.

As a family we were expecting a different kind of tour, but we had not read the brief before attending. On entering the tour we were introduced to the owner and actual photograph which gave the whole experience a completely different view. In short this was a very moving experience for us all bring together the actual experiences of those who had the task of recovering the victimise from Ground Zore. (as a family we spent 6 days in New York and we all agreed this was one experience we would strongly recommend to anyone visiting NYC) The quote we walked away with was "two bullets entered, but only love came out"

Much has been written about September 11th. We've all read the accounts of what occured that day and we've seen pictures that have shocked us. That being said, there are stories (and images) within the story of September 11th, things that were not reported/seen in any media formats. Why? Because the media was not allowed on-site access to the World Trade Center site. However, that changed in November 2001 when Gary Marlon Suson, a New York photographer, was gained unlimited access to the site. He soon gained the trust of the police and firefighters who were involved in the cleanup/recovery. Suson's museum includes many artifacts that he was allowed to remove from the actual site. You can even hold an actual piece of World Trade Center steel, which has been shaped into a cross. The images really convey a powerful message. They show frustration, exaustion, and sadness. Every artifact and image is presented with the utmost respect and dignity. These are the accounts of a man who was there, day in and day out, right alongside the firefighters as they searched for their fallen brothers. A visit to the Ground Zero Museum Workshop will allow you to become more informed about September 11th and it's aftermath. Even more importantly, the images will provide a window to the soul of many recovery workers who gave all they had for nine months, helping to heal a strong yet bruised nation.

the exhibit was very tasteful and reflective. The tour guide was very informative and sensitive. Was very insightful to get the story behind all the pictures, artifacts and was very honoring to the hero's and victims.

An incredibly rewarding few hours.. Gary's spirit and passion ooze out of the walls of this very special place. If you visit New York you must come. Be prepared to relive some of the raw emotions of 9/11. You will also be uplifted by the photos and stories of the many heroes of that day. Bravo Gary and thank you for letting us share the experiences and insights that were granted only to you..

We visited the museum workshop tour on 14 April 2011 as part of our first visit to NYC and were not disappointed. The museum is small but as such, gives a good atmosphere. There were lots of fantastic photographs and relics to look at and the audio guide for each photo/relic was easy to use. It was much easier listening to this than reading loads of text under pictures. The narration was easy to understand and extremely interesting. There was just one problem, we didn't have time to listen to each station! We shall have to return..... Make sure you take a visit to the toilet - this is a minute museum in itself - and yes, the chocolates ARE free...... The museum gave us a fascinating insight into 9/11 and listening to some of the stories did bring tears to my eyes. Although there are no horrific scenes, personally I don't feel it is suitable for very young children. If you are going to visit this museum I suggest that you do so prior to your trip to the actual Ground Zero site as you will have a much better understanding of 9/11 when you get to Ground Zero. We were advised to do this and it was definitely better to do it this way round. I would definitely recommend visiting this museum.