A Space Within: The National September 11 Memorial and Museum

On September 11th, 2001, what had been one of the world’s most densely developed business districts became, for many, hallowed ground. Soon after, questions emerged. What comes next? How could one site serve the needs of victims’ families, survivors of the attacks, members of the surrounding communities, business interests, and visitors? The answer required a clear separation of the sacred and the secular; a defined, eight-acre space, serving as a tribute, would be created within the larger development. A Space Within is a public showcase of the memorial and museum that are now taking shape at the heart of the World Trade Center site. Memorial design by Michael Arad and Peter Walker Museum design by Davis Brody Bond Aedas Museum pavilion design by Snøhetta Exhibition curator: Thomas Mellins Exhibition design: Incorporated Architecture & Design Exhibition and related programs are organized by the AIA New York Chapter in partnership with the Center for Architecture Foundation and the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, NYC http://cfa.aiany.org/index.php?section=exhibitions