Nine years after the tragic 9/11 incident, the 9/11 Museum is expected to complete its construction two years from now on September 11th, 2012.
Featuring videos and monuments documenting the unfortunate events of the day the Twin Towers were struck, the 9/11 Museum will provide future generations with an idea of what occurred on September 11th, 2001. Check out the featured gallery to see the progress of this monumental piece of architecture.
Implications - The memory of a massive tragedy is never forgotten and its resulting effects are felt for years to come. Providing people with a way to travel back in time, relive those memories and re-connect with an emotional period is an experience that many onlookers would greatly appreciate and benefit from.
Historic Museum Memorials
The 9/11 Museum Gives You an Inside Look on The Disastrous Event
Trend Themes
1. Historic Museum Memorials - The 9/11 Museum demonstrates the value of historic museum memorials in helping future generations understand and connect with significant cultural events, paving the way for more museums dedicated to commemorating our history.
2. Digital Memorials - The use of technology to create digital memorials, such as virtual reality and augmented reality experiences, could provide a more immersive and accessible way for people to engage with the past, presenting opportunities for innovation in the museum industry.
3. Community Healing Spaces - The creation of community healing spaces, via memorials and museums, provide opportunities for people to come together, share stories, and seek solace, presenting business opportunities for architects, builders, and designers to create meaningful spaces for people to connect.
Industry Implications
1. Museums and Galleries - Museums and galleries have an opportunity to create more memorials and exhibitions that help people engage with history in a meaningful way, inspiring visitors to connect with the past and learn from it.
2. Architecture and Construction - The design and construction of memorials, museums, and other commemorative public spaces present opportunities for architects and builders to create iconic structures that inspire and resonate with visitors and surrounding communities.
3. Tourism - The rise of museum memorials and other commemorative spaces offers opportunities for the tourism industry to create curated experiences and tours that educate visitors about important historical events and promote cultural understanding.