September 11 attacks: Tempe

Tempe remembers the victims of 9/11

The City of Tempe remembers the victims of the September 11 attacks with a ceremony at the Tempe 9/11 Memorial in Tempe, Arizona.

The ceremony will be held on Sunday, September 11, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. The memorial is located at the northwest corner of Priest Drive and Rio Salado Parkway.

The ceremony will include a reading of the names of the victims, a moment of silence, and a wreath-laying ceremony.

The importance of remembering 9/11

Remembering the September 11 attacks is important for several reasons.

First, it is important to remember the victims of the attacks. The attacks were a tragedy that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people. We must never forget the victims and their families.

Second, it is important to remember the heroism of the first responders. The first responders risked their lives to save others. We must never forget their bravery and sacrifice.

Third, it is important to remember the lessons of 9/11. The attacks were a wake-up call for the world. We must never forget the lessons we learned from the attacks, and we must continue to work to prevent future attacks.

How to get involved

There are several ways to get involved in the Tempe 9/11 Memorial ceremony.

First, you can attend the ceremony on September 11th. The ceremony is free and open to the public.

Second, you can donate to the Tempe 9/11 Memorial Fund. The fund helps to maintain the memorial and to provide educational programs about the attacks.

Third, you can volunteer your time to help with the memorial. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available, such as helping with the ceremony, giving tours of the memorial, and working with the educational programs.

For more information

For more information about the Tempe 9/11 Memorial, please visit the website at www.tempe911memorial.org.

You can also contact the Tempe 9/11 Memorial Commission at (480) 350-5205.