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Join Michael Burke, brother of FDNY Captain William F. "Billy" Burke, Jr., for a deeply personal, firsthand journey through Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial, the FDNY Memorial Wall and the story of the iconic Sphere. This is not a typical sightseeing tour. It's a personal story of loss and heroism, remembrance and resilience - told by someone whose family lived it. Hear Capt. Burke's story of heroism and sacrifice and the lives he saved. Visit the iconic Koenig Sphere, a battered survivor of 9/11. Neglected and forgotten, I led the fight to restore it to Ground Zero. Visit the FDNY Memorial Wall; I spoke at its dedication. Perfect for those seeking a genuine understanding of the meaning, magnitude and impact of the attacks and the aftermath.
- Guided tour led by Michael Burke, a 9/11 family member
- Visit key sites including the Koenig Sphere and FDNY Memorial Wall
- Hear personal stories of loss, bravery, and resilience
- Ideal for those wanting to honor and appreciate the 9/11 tragedy
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I will meet customers, 15 minute prior to tour start time, at the east steps to Liberty Park, at Greenwich Ave and Liberty Street, across from the firehouse, Ladder 10, Engine 10. I will carry a small American flag and wear 9/11-FDNY apparel; i.e. baseball cap/jacket/shirt.
The tour ends at my brother's name, "Engine 21 WIlliam F. Burke, Jr.," on the memorial.
Itinerary
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Visit the iconic Koenig Sphere, which stood in the WTC plaza for 30 years as a symbol of world peace and cooperation, and on 9/11 survived the attacks bashed and torn, but intact.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2FDNY Memorial Wall
A gift of Knight and Holland, LLC, in honor of partner Gary Winuk, a volunteer firefighter from Jericho, NY. On 9/11 Winuk rushed to the site and was killed in the collapse of the towers. The wall commemorates the heroism and sacrifice of the FDNY, 9/11, listing the 343 who gave all by name, rank and company.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
We visit the memorial, "Reflecting Absence," selected from over 5,000 entries, with its vast, every emptying voids.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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