Dole Institute commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks
The Dole Institute of Politics is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a Lawrence exhibit titled, “September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World.” The exhibit will be on display through September 20.
The memorial poster exhibit was developed by the 9/11 Memorial and Museum with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. It uses different posters that highlight the events of September 11 while also focusing on personal experiences and reflections from those who lived through the day.
Julie Clover, with the Dole Institute of Politics, said the exhibit is especially important for college students.
“… Most of them are born after 2001, so it’s really important for us to remember this part of our American history,” Clover said.
As part of the commemoration, the Dole Institute is also partnering with the KU School of Music for a special tribute performance on Friday, Sep. 11 from 3 to 4 p.m. The performance will take place in Hansen Hall and feature the Cornerstone Quartet and students from the School of Music.
Melanie Lysaught said the performance is meant to remember those who lost their lives while also looking toward the future.
“A tribute to the people, the people who were there, whose lives were taken. But also looking at the people now, and the life we have ahead of us,” Lysaught said.
Visitors can also see the Dole Institute’s permanent September 11 memorial, which includes two original beams from World Trade Center Tower One. The beams were presented to former Senator Bob Dole and former President Bill Clinton for their work establishing the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund, which benefits the children of September 11 victims.
“We are proud to have the 9/11 memorial here on KU’s campus at any point in time to come and view, especially to be here in the heart of the country,” Clover said.
The Dole Institute offers free admission to students, giving KU students an opportunity to visit the exhibit and memorial before the exhibit closes September 20.
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