9/11 and Beyond

Completed in 1973, New York City’s World Trade Center towers stood as landmarks of human achievement and symbols of American strength, dominating the skyline at 110 stories each. These iconic towers, housing 50,000 workers and welcoming over 200,000 visitors daily, became integral to the landscape of Lower Manhattan and the national consciousness. On September 11, 2001, a tragic terrorist attack claimed nearly 3,000 lives, forever transforming the New York skyline as these towering structures fell, leaving a void that resonated worldwide.

Commemorating the 20th anniversary of September 11, 9/11 and Beyond: Photographs from the Associated Press revisits the life and legacy of the World Trade Center through 50 iconic photographs from The Associated Press archives. 

This powerful exhibition traces the twin towers’ journey, from the vision and ambition of their construction to their devastating destruction and, finally, to the rebirth of the site in the years that followed. Each photograph captures a moment in the story, from bustling daily life to the heart-wrenching aftermath of the attacks, serving as a powerful reminder of the World Trade Center’s lasting impact on history, memory, and collective resilience.

Checklist

Contents:

  • 50 large-format photographs from The Associated Press, covering the construction, destruction, and rebirth of the World Trade Center
  • Framing and Presentation: Each photograph is matted, framed to 24 x 30 inches, and glazed with Plexiglas
  • Subject Matter: Moments of New York City’s history captured before, during, and after the September 11 attacks, symbolizing loss, resilience, and hope

Space Requirements:
1,500-2,000 square feet

Rental Fee and Terms:

  • $12,500 for a 12-week rental period, plus round-trip shipping via an approved fine art carrier. $7,500 is payable directly to the Huntsville Museum of Art, $5,000 to The Associated Press 
  • Additional weeks are available at a pro-rated rate
  • Deposit of $3,750 is due at signing of agreement, with the remaining balance due within 30 days of the exhibition opening. Licensing fee to AP to be arranged separately.

Tour Dates:

Exhibition available to travel in 2025 and beyond

Contact: 

For further information or to book this exhibition, please email curatorial@hsvmuseum.org.