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A symbol of New York's resilience.
In a space between the towers, atop a dark, granite fountain, sat The Sphere. Created by the German sculptor Fritz Koenig, this bronze sculpture stood 25 feet high, 17 feet wide, making it one of the largest in the world. Koenig intended it to be a contrast to the imposing towers and a symbol of world peace through global trade. Following 9/11 however, the history of this now-battered sculpture is a story of perseverance and resiliency. The Sphere is one of the few survivors of the devastation of 9/11. It's not the beauty it once was, but it has a new, more important role to fulfill â€" to connect the present to that past. Travelers Tip: You can now find The Sphere in her permanent home at Liberty Park overlooking the new World Trade Center site and the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
To minimize queuing, purchase tickets online or at one of the vending machines outside the museum building. Arriving early in the morning is a good idea so you can appreciate the site at its most calm and peaceful.
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Attractions  National 9/11 Memorial Museum
Attractions  National 9/11 Memorial
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