Patriot Day
September 11, 2001, was a defining moment in American history. On September 11, 2001, our nation was attacked and many innocent people died. By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001, Congress has designated September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day." On Patriot Day, we remember the innocent victims, and pay tribute to the valiant firefighters, police officers, emergency personnel, and ordinary citizens who risked their lives so others might live.
World Trade Center (WTC) Memorial
Construction of the Memorial began in 2006, and is scheduled to open before the 10th anniversary on September 11, 2011. Beginning August 26, 2009, you can visit the preview site of the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center . At the site you can view the plans and progress of the memorial and museum. For more information, please visit the Visitor Resources web page.
Pentagon Memorial
Shortly after the attack, the United States Congress authorized the Secretary of Defense to create a permanent memorial on the grounds of the Pentagon. Please visit the Pentagon Memorial website for additional information.
Flight 93 National Memorial
During the September 11 attack, four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Because of the actions of the 40 passengers and crew aboard one of the planes, Flight 93, the attack on the U.S. Capitol or White House was thwarted. A national memorial was erected in their honor in Shanksville, PA. You may visit the frequently asked questions web page for more details.
The USA.gov 9/11 Commemorations and Information web page has additional information and resources relating to September 11, 2001.
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