Members of the U.S. Navy hold a flag-folding ceremony on the 9/11 Memorial plaza before a group of onlookers.
Photo by Jin S. Lee

Salute to Service

Each November, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum recognizes our country’s veterans, honoring those who served in the military and the families and communities that support them. Active and retired military receive free Museum admission all year.

New on View: Military Memorials

Newly on view in the Museum's East Triangle is an installation dedicated to Global War on Terror military memorials, honoring the sacrifice of fallen service members. This new installation currently features the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command Memorial, remembering U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) personnel who have died in combat since September 11, 2001. 

2025 Highlights

Yellow roses are on the Memorial.
  • The East Triangle Exhibition featuring Military items.
  • The MOTH cast stands in a line with President Beth Hillman.

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