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9/11 Memorial Grove
The Fairfax County Memorial Grove was the first U.S. memorial commemerating the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, to be built on public space involving federal and local government collaboration with the community in an area where residents were personally affected by the tradgedy through loss of life or participation in rescue efforts. It was designed by National Park Service landscape architect and Fairfax County Tree Commissioner Michael McMahon. The Memorial Grove is located on the grounds of the Fairfax County Government Center. (Read more about symbolism of grove)
Each year a ceremony is held at the grove to commemmorate and remember Sept. 11.
2008 Ceremony
Fairfax County will host its seventh annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Monday, Sept. 8, at approximately noon at the 9/11 Memorial Grove. Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Gerald E. Connolly, Fire Chief Ronald L. Mastin and Police Chief Col. David M. Rohrer are scheduled to deliver remarks reflecting upon the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The public is invited to attend; please arrive by 11:45 a.m. Read More