The steel beam at the Memorial with the American and Wisconsin flags flying behind.

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Discover resources and experiences that help students, educators, and visitors learn about and reflect on September 11.
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Educational Resources

Explore lesson plans, activities, recommended books, and additional resources.

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Field trip experiences

Bring the lessons of September 11 to life through a meaningful, educational visit to the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial & Education Center.

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Featured REsources

Explore resources designed to help students engage with, reflect on, and deepen their understanding of the Memorial.

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FIELD TRIP ACTIVITY GUIDE

Guided activities and prompts designed to support learning while visiting.

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FIELD TRIP REFLECTION

Encourage students to reflect on what they saw and learned.

The two Twin Towers with a sunny blue sky behind them.

Teaching 9/11 Matters

Teaching the story of September 11 helps future generations understand its lasting impact on our communities and country.

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Field Trip Grants

The Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial & Education Center offers transportation grants to help make field trips more accessible for Wisconsin schools and youth-serving nonprofit organizations. Eligible groups can receive reimbursement of up to $500 per trip toward transportation expenses.

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Children reading a metal memorial plaque listing victims and facts about September 11th.