Ground Zero Museum Workshop

The artifacts and audio about each picgture/artifact was well done and interesting. We paid $27 per person through Zerve, and a handout at the activity indicated the cost was $15. We wonder about the difference in the cost. We hope it all went to the FDNY families! The tour guide was knowledgeable. The pictures striking. The whole presentation was respectful and thoughtfully presented.

You enter this museum located in the Meat Packing District and it is so small you think how could you be there for more than 15 minutes. Then you view the 2 videos and look around the room and stay for 2 1/2 hours. When you enter the musem you receive headphones and each picture/object/artifact has a number next to it. Then you hear the story of each piece that has been carefully selected and displayed. The photos put a face on each person who died, each family that was effected, the enormous effort that was made to recover everything with dignity (be it a person or an ordinary object) and the toll it took on the lives of every person (and dog) involved in the recovery effort. We were lucky enough to meet Gary (the photographer) and he told us his story and how the museum came to be and how he was selected to be the only photographer allowed into the site by the NYC Fire Dept. I recommend this museum for children as well as adults. 9/11 was a day that changed the way we look at America and we should honor the memory of those who were murdered and those who saved them. Please visit this museum - the proceeds benefit the families of the victims and other charities.

We have all seen the planes crashing in to the buildings but what about after that... This museum is a must to see so you know what happened afterwards. It is all done in a very respectful way. I was very impressed by what I've heard and seen and hope that many more will follow me as it is something we must never forget!!

I had no glue, how such a museum could be or must be..... on the visit i learned: this is it. deferantial and appropiate lots to learn. lots to think about it. and the little exhibits tell more than anyting else could be. the team - very little and intimate. if you have time-visit them! but-take you time!

Heart wrenching yet very moving. I recommend this exhibit to always be open so NO ONE ever forgets about how vulnerable the US is to terrorists. Even still we give these same people opportunities to use our own resources against us. How sad to feel this way but 911 can never be forgotten. This exhibit lets you see/feel what the tragedy created. My prayers forever to those who died and those surviving (all victims) and to photographer Gary Suson for living through that hell to keep an important part of our American history preserved. We must never forget as we rebuild to become a stronger Nation under God. Thank you for the privilege to come to the museum to view the various artifacts and to feel the devastation of so many lives cut too short too soon--may we never forget! Thank you so much for keeping this vital historical tragedy forever preserved. I'm sure the cost to Mr. Suson mentally is beyond comprehension. I hope that later the planes hitting the towers and the towers falling can be added to the history along with more radio transmissions to truly comprehend the horror.--Also footage from the Pentagon destruction and the plane that was stopped by true heroes before it reached its intended target--for a full picture of the terrorism. God bless.

Despues de haber leido algunas criticas esperaba mas de este museo.

I thought it was very moving and gave you a sense of the magnitude of it all.

For such a small space, the museum is really impactful. Gary Suson has created a space that is sensitive to its subject matter, while allowing those of us from out of town to learn about things that were never covered in the national news media. For anyone that experienced 9/11 only on TV, internet and in the news (not locals) it really gives you a sense of what the recovery was like, as if you watched it with your own two eyes. Make sure you go, and leave a donation!

On Saturday Feb. 21st at 1:00 I along with two friends from Massachusetts went on the Ground Zero Museum tour. I enjoyed it very much. It's still unbelievable how moving it is to think back to that day on Sept. 11, 2001. The way the photographer took pictures of what life was like shortly after the attack for so many people really puts things in perspective. I enjoyed how we each had our own earphones and we were able to listen to exactly what we wanted to. If something really interested us, we were able to listen to it a couple of times.........it was our choice. Everything was explained to us fully. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who would like to learn and see more of what happened on that dreadful day.

I would highly recommend this to anyone. It was very moving and such an amazing way of providing a place where friends and family could go to reflect on the events from 9/11. Most of my party had a few tears in their eyes by the time the tour was over... The lady who explained everything was helpful and passionate. The audio systems was a great way of being able to listen and find out about each individual artifact and also enabled you to take your time with each item/photograph. Gary was there at the end to answer any questions and also to sign photos etc. I still cant believe the amazing photos I saw, where he was able to capture the sadness during the massive recovery operation at ground zero. There were some really lovely touches as well, like being offered chocolates at the end to lighten the mood! Thank you so much, this tour will be something that will stay with me forever.

I cannot recommend this museum enough to everyone I know that will go to NYC. My husband and I went with a couple from his Army National Guard unit. This museum sent an overwhelming amount of emotions through my body as I looked at the walls filled with memories and stories. My husband was on a four-day pass, getting ready to head to Iraq and this experience provided us with the strength and courage to come to terms of this deployment. It reminded us of the reason he would be heading to Iraq. An EXCELLENT way to view the recovery efforts after 9-11 and an Amazing tribute to the men and women who worked in the recovery effort. A great way to pay tribute to our heroes, and the pictures were simply indescribable. Small private setting made this tour more personal. Must see in NYC, Please take the time to see this museum, it's well-worth your time and money!

Outstanding work by photographer Gary Suson in capturing the essence of the Recovery Efforts at the WTC post 9-11.

Remember where you were when you heard about September 11th...this is a must do for someone who wants to relfect on major history and feel the impact it had locally in NYC. Amazing stories, beautiful pictures. Very memorable

This was an incredible exhibit. Gary Sosson, the photographer, happened to be at the workshop the day we visited and it was really great to meet him. He put together a very heartfelt exhibit for people to visit and you feel like you're there at ground zero with him while listening to all the amazing and brave stories found in the pictures he took.

This workshop museum was one of the highlights of our trip to NYC. When I made the reservation I did so because I wanted to learn more about what the Ground Zero workers and families experienced, and had a feeling I would walk away with even a greater appreciation for their services. I was not disappointed in any way. I was also prepared for a strong negative emotional experience due to the nature of the presentation, but this workshop is very tastefully done and it was uplifting. It allows for a more personal experience, unlike a typical museum. You also see things that have not been presented through the press. I didn't think I could have a greater appreciation for the firemen, police, community volunteers, etc., but after visiting this museum I do. I feel this is a "must do" if you live in or visit NYC. They don't allow many people in at one time, which makes the visit even more special. Thank you Gary Marlon Suson for putting together such a touching experience so that we will never forget what happened that day. Please know that we all appreciate what you had to go through to bring us this wonderful presentation. One thing - make sure you have good directions and make reservations in advance. We almost thought we were on the wrong street in Chelsea. We even asked merchants around it and they didn't know which direction to send us in. Have the address handy when you get to the street. We went to La Bergamote (a French pastry shop around the corner that was recommended) before hand and I highly recommend that. We then walked south to Greenwich Village, SoHo, etc. for the remainder of the day.