New York City, NY: Ground Zero Museum (NYC: World Trade Center site recovery museum)

Seller:	GroundZero
	Ground Zero Museum Workshop

Ratings Summary: Rating: 4.7

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	# of Reviews	Overall Rating	Positive Points	Negative Points	% Positive	Average Rating
Last 3 months	165	413	415	2	99%	4.7
Last 6 months	316	796	799	3	99%	4.7
Last 12 months	547	1370	1374	4	99%	4.7
All	1413	3602	3633	31	99%	4.7

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Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour	1370	99%	4.7

Date Attended [v]	Reviewer	Gender	Age	Where From?	Group Type?
Humbling experience Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sat, Nov 1, 08 11:00 AM	deborahsaas	Female	50-59	Domestic Tourist(s)	Couple on a Date
My husband and I visited the Museum during a recent trip to NYC. There are several reasons why we wanted to see the exhibit: (1) we lost a distant cousin in the WTC, (2) most of our family lives/works in the NY/NJ area, and (3) our youngest son is a firefighter/paramedic in Lexington, KY, and we see/understand the unique brotherhood he is part of. The Museum itself is surprisingly small, thereby explaining why reservations are an absolute must. The facilitator was calm, well-rehearsed, professional and open to questions throughout our experience. The initial 2 video presentations were quite moving, and some in the room were brought to tears. One young man was there with (presumably) his mother; he wore what looked like a police or fire radio clipped to his sweater. As the videos began, he became upset, so it was obvious there was a strong personal impact. Thankfully, there are numerous tissue boxes sprinkled around the room, as well as in the nearby lavatory. Once the videos were done (perhaps 30 minutes into the 2 hour tour), we were allowed to roam freely throughout the museum with the aid of a little audio device. Each photo/artifact was clearly labeled with a number, and once that number was pushed into the audio device, you heard a story -- recorded in Gary the photographer's own voice -- of the circumstances surrounding that moment in time. At the end of the tour, visitors are able to purchase both individual photos and beautiful coffee table books of the photos on display in the exhibit. Just before we left, Gary arrived. We'd purchased the coffee table cook for our son, and Gary gladly autographed it. for us, posed for a picture and chatted a bit about the exhibit. The tour is not inexpensive ($25/person), but the proceeds benefit 9/11 families and charities; ditto for proceeds from photo and book sales (this was one of the stipulations placed on Gary before he was allowed to enter the WTC site). For anyone interested in seeing unique photos and artifacts NOT included in any other 9/11-related books and photos already out there, this is the tour for you. Gary had unique access to behind-the-scenes events that no one else was privy to. If you have 2 hours of down time while visiting NYC, make it a point to put this into your schedule. You will not regret it.
Visitors from UK in October 2008 Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Fri, Oct 31, 08 11:00 AM	stevecook1	Female	50-59	International Tourist(s)	Family With Children
We found this activity by chance on the internet and booked tickets before leaving England. It was a very moving and extremely interesting activity and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting New York. We were rather worried as we had my 16 month old grandson with us but they welcomed him and re-arranged the seating to accommodate him too.
Thought it might be time Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Fri, Oct 31, 08 11:00 AM	knoll123	Female	50-59	Domestic Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
I heard about this through trip advisor and read some newspaper columns about it. If you get past the thought of the money the photographer is making on the world trade center disaster you will be OK. The museum told the rest of the story and it was touching and informative without being overly maudlin. The story of the brotherhood of the police and fire dept restored my faith in humanity. It also left the feeling of ... where was the government in the aftermath of 911. The tour guide was excellent.
Thank you for a very moving experience! Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Thu, Oct 30, 08 11:00 AM	Saraquay	Female	40-49	Domestic Tourist(s)	Individual
Thank you!
thought provoking images Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Tue, Oct 28, 08 1:00 PM	raywelsh	Male	60-69	International Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
a small but sensitively compiled record of the aftermath of this evil deed ,seen in pictures and by way of artifacts from the site. We were recommended to see this and we would recommend others. A moving tribute to all those involved.
Thought provoking and very tasteful. Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Mon, Oct 27, 08 2:00 PM	prigby	Female	30-39	International Tourist(s)	Family Without Children
I visited this small museum with my husband and parents. I was a little nervous before entering as I didn't really want to be reminded of the pictures of those planes going into the twin towers but I needn't have woried; Gary Suson has created a museum which touches your heart by focusing on the rebuilding and recovery following that dreadful day. You were able to spend as much or little time as you liked, wondering around listening through your individual headset to the moving stories behind each beautifully taken photograph depicting the personal stories of many of those involved. When we left we didn't speak for a while as it took time to digest all the factual and poignant information but later we spoke at length about the effects of this disaster had on the extraordinary people effected, especially the loved ones left behind and the courageous workers who helped during that recovery period. It gave insite into what it was really like to be there compared to what we had seen in the media. Tasteful and touching it reminds us that we should never forget not just those that were lost but the people that are left behind and effected everyday by the events of 9/11.
meaningful and close-up activity Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Mon, Oct 27, 08 12:00 PM	ttrindal	Female	50-59	Domestic Tourist(s)	Unspecified
We had traveled from the West Coast and felt that we got a real feeling for what NY had gone through on 9/11. It was tastefully done with great respect for those who were closely touched by this event, yet informative enough and thoughtfully done so many of our questions were answered. It put the tragedy and loss to so many in human terms and was the most meaningful activity we did on our visit to NYC.
A moving tribute and chance to follow peoples stor Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Mon, Oct 27, 08 12:00 PM	SueScobie	Female	50-59	International Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
We were quite surprised to find the activity taking place in one room but more we listened and looked the more appropriate it became. The setting was very respectful and sensitive, our guide was excellent aiming the session exactly right for the mix of ages and nationalities and it was good to meet Mr Susan. We were able to take time to look at the different photographs and artefacts and I even went back to a couple to listen again to the excellent commentaries, the room was comfortable and welcoming which meant we were able to sit and contemplate what we were seeing and hearing. We were very disappointed at ground zero site, to see a fenced building site after all these years. Therefore the museum provided a tribute, place of remembrance and thank goodness there is somewhere for family, friends and the rest of the world to go - come on America sort out the ground zero site, but well done to the museum and staff and thank you. Sue Scobie
An exibition to be highly recommended Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sun, Oct 26, 08 12:00 PM	JontyB	Female	40-49	International Tourist(s)	Family Without Children
I thought that the exhibition was incredibly well done. A small room can hold a huge amount of information. It was quite an emotional experience for me.
Highly moving experience. Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sun, Oct 26, 08 12:00 PM	nc30parts	Male	30-39	International Tourist(s)	Other
For such a small venue, this place packs a huge punch. Delivered in a sensitive and careful way, the story is told with photos, video and pieces of debris from the site. Be prepared to be upset.
An emotional roller-coaster Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sat, Oct 25, 08 3:00 PM	HGOSNELL	Male	40-49	Unspecified	Unspecified
I entered not knowing what to expect, a tiny room on the 2nd floor of a building. a room full of pictures, archives, and a ton of humanity. The self-guided tour allowed you to take whatever time you wanted. This was a good thing because it allowed you the time to emotionalyy recover from the last narration. I am a 40+ year-old man and there was several times when all I could do was hold my tears back. There was some humor in some of the photos, so it was good to go back to them and recover from the anger,sadeness, or the many other emotions I was feeling at the time. This "little" museum's set-up was very thought out, very easy to work, and again being self-paced allowed you all the time you needed. I spent almost 2 hours in a 400 sq. ft. room struggling to mentally and emotionally control myself. This is a MUST DO for anyone visiting NYC. Instead of taking a taxi to my next stop I walked the 43 blocks instead. The pictures and emotions still going through my mind, it was like going to a wedding then a funeral then a birth. Again an emotional roller-coatser that was the greatest ride I had inNYC.
A blessing to our Nation! Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sat, Oct 25, 08 3:00 PM	Tracy2121	Female	30-39	Domestic Tourist(s)	Individual
In an emotionally secure environment this museum depicts the recovery process at Ground Zero and amazing stories using photos and actual artifacts from the recovery effort. It was a very moving and a very personal experience. I'm sure it affects everyone in a different way! I found it very healing. If you want to understand the physical and emotional recovery of 9/11, you must take the time to visit this museum/workshop!
Great for teenagers and up Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sat, Oct 25, 08 1:00 PM	ca11meren	Male	20-29	Domestic Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
The stories were heartwarming and the images are real and personal. It was great and a tourist-must see.
A must see! Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Sat, Oct 25, 08 11:00 AM	Norris	Female	40-49	Domestic Tourist(s)	Family Without Children
In May, my husband and I went to Ground Zero itself where we had discovered that there was a Ground Zero Museum. The next time we came to NYC we decided that we were going to tour the museum. As a gift to my folks for their 50th Wedding Anniversary we decided to to visit NYC late October. We visited the museum first and then took my folks to Ground Zero. We came away from the museum in awe of what we saw and heard. It was my folk's first time to Ground Zero, for them it put things in a different prospective. Since we have been back home, I have recommended this tour to those I work with and to our children.
a must see in manhattan Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour
Fri, Oct 24, 08 1:00 PM	gracie3mama	Female	30-39	Domestic Tourist(s)	Couple on a Date
This museum was incredible. Very well put together and thought invoking. It helped me understand somewhat of what people in the days after 9/11 had to endure. The staff is very kind and informative. A definite must see while you are in New York!

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