The United States pays tribute to the victims of 9/11
With solemn ceremonies and a day of service, U.S. cities honor the victims and heroes of 9/11 on the 24th anniversary.
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This September 11, 2025, the 24th anniversary of the 2001 attacks, cities across the United States are commemorating with ceremonies, monuments, reflection, and acts of service. From New York City to small communities, the call to "Never Forget" is being observed with renewed solemnity.
In New York, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is leading the national ceremony at the site of the Twin Towers. The ceremony includes the reading of the names of the victims, six moments of silence corresponding to the blast, collapse, and other key moments of the attack. Throughout the day, a live broadcast will be held, and visitors can tour the reflecting pools, admire the names engraved in bronze, and observe commemorative works such as the Survivor Tree.
Other cities where 9/11 is commemorated
In Washington, DC and Virginia, another focal point of remembrance is the Pentagon, where offerings, institutional speeches, and honor guards are also held. In Philadelphia, Boston, and other cities, commemorations are held with lights, vigils, and neighborhood gatherings. Many public spaces are installing walls of names, monuments with artifacts from the World Trade Center, or displaying memorial art that invites reflection.
In addition to remembrance, this day has become a day of community service. The program "September 11: A Day of Remembrance and Service" encourages citizens to volunteer, visit national parks, and participate in social or cultural outreach activities to honor the memory of those who lost their lives and the first responders who sacrificed so much.
Permanent commemorative elements remain powerful symbols: the Tribute in Light in New York, the reflecting pools and their cascading waterfalls, sculptures and metal pieces from the World Trade Center scattered throughout memorials, as well as dedicated spaces in smaller cities. These expressions recall not only what happened but how the country has changed, how the losses shaped generations, and how the act of remembering remains an instrument of unity, resilience, and reflection.
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