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Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age [v] |
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Group Type? |
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Very moving and thought-provoking
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| Sat, Dec 2, 06 11:30 AM |
cebelius |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| this was a very informative session. our guide was very knowledgeable about everything and was actually off duty as a fire fighter on 9/11 but came to the scene to assist. The photos and the commentaries associated with them really hit home and in some cases were overpowering. I think my children, ages 19 and 16, can now better understand the true depth of this tragedy and how it affected ordinary people in the course of their ordinary lives. I would recommend this tour to anyone who can fit it into their schedule. it is well worth the time and money. |
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Essential and Moving
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| Sat, Nov 18, 06 1:00 PM |
river161 |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| My sixteen year-old son and I had intended to visit the actual Ground Zero. We found the GZMW on the Internet and went there instead. We are thrilled that we did. It is off the beaten path in a great New York City neighborhood, but an easy cab ride down Ninth Avenue.
A visit here is essential to developing an understanding of what the WTC attack and GZ recovery were like. The video is both moving and understated, a contrast to the political noise we are all so accustomed to. Though the museum is the size of a large living rooom, one could spend hours there and feel guilty about leaving. You leave wanting to learn even more.
The first person testimonials given by both Gary Suson and the NYC fire fighters are of genuine historic significance. Years from now my son will tell his children of what this day was like and how in a brief afternoon he heard, saw and touched history. It is also a rare opportunity to meet an important artist and contributor in a deeply personal context.
Also to be noted is Mr. Suson's mention of The Anne Frank House as a model for the exhibits and what the GZMW represent. For lack of an insightful term, one wants to examine the connection between the WTC and the death of Anne Frank more closely. The first thing I did the following Sunday morning was order materials on the Anne Frank House and Museum. As much as the GZMW teaches, it also shows how much we do not know or understand.
Humbling. Sad. Enlightening. Absolutely not to be missed.
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More about the Photographer than you really desire
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| Sat, Nov 18, 06 11:30 AM |
CJHooks |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| There were 6 of us....we found the exhibit to be interesting, but not worth the price of admission....more about the photographer and his impressions than of the World Trade Center itself. |
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essential new york visit
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| Mon, Oct 2, 06 12:00 PM |
archaeoptery |
Male |
50-59 |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
| hands-on interactive workshop- well presented with video and audio information.The photography of gary suson is amazing and you can purchase a book of his for 49 dollars. Proceeds go to 6 different charities and the book is not available through local retail bookstores. I enjoyed the tour so much I just might do it again!!! |
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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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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 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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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 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. |
