The Staten Island September 11th Memorial — Attraction in New York

We randomly stumbled upon this one night while just walking the water. A path of lights takes you to the end of the pier, a giant white statue glowing with lights sits at the end.

There are no plaques to tell you what you're looking at. (As far as we could see) We quietly walked around the monument and felt the story of why it's here unravel.

Turning my head at different angles it took me a minute to see the design of the letter, shaped like it's being warped, cast into the air, or pulled from its place by an invisible force, the bottom looking like it's being shredded. What an odd statue

As we walked around the other side, we noticed a 2nd side of the white envelope. The far side stands perfectly behind the first, completely hidden from view. Like the 2nd plane to hit the towers. We saw the names and faces - we posed the question, "Could they be the real faces of these men and women?" Each face is unique... The artist must have drawn inspiration from somewhere...

Following the direction of the faces solidified our curiousity. A direct angle pointing at downtown Manhattan, just 5 and a half miles across the water, the new World Trade Center standing tall, front and center.

From further behind, the arch of the letters mimic wings of a plane. Aircrafts passed by overhead.

"Postcards" 9/11 memorial in Staten...

The Staten Island September 11th Memorial is an awe-inspiring tribute that captures the heart and soul of New York’s resilience. Known as Postcards, this poignant landmark offers a serene space for reflection, with two graceful wing-like structures framing the breathtaking Manhattan skyline. Each wing carries the etched silhouettes and names of the Staten Islanders who were lost on that fateful day, creating a personal and touching experience for visitors. It’s a place of profound emotion and beauty, nestled in a peaceful park that’s just a stone’s throw from the bustling Staten Island Ferry. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the memorial is a must-see destination that honors the past while looking forward to the future with hope...

This is a nice structure/sculpture on its own, but it stands alone amidst the lonely silence of the now-abandoned SI Yankee Stadium and the crumbling remains of what was once slated to be the New York Ferris Wheel and surrounding retail shops. If you want to get a sense of sadness, especially during this Covid period: you'll feel it here. Had the rest of the surrounding structures been finished and occupied, this would have been a great spot. Just sad. Three stars given for the structure itself and it's thoughtful design. Could have been 4 or 5 stars if the atmosphere surrounding it wasn't...