September 11 Memorial Events Around the Washington, DC Region

On the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Washington, DC area will hold several events to honor the victims of that tragic day. Here is a schedule of the events in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Pentagon Memorial Official Dedication
September 11, 2008. The Pentagon will dedicate the new memorial and open it to the public. The memorial commemorates the 184 lives lost in the Pentagon and on American Airlines Flight 77 during the terrorist attacks.

Washington, DCs Freedom Walk
September 7, 2008. 9 a.m. As a commemorative event, the America Supports You FREEDOM WALK is an expression of support for the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the Pentagon, Twin Towers, and Flight 93 over Pennsylvania, and support of the many American men and women in uniform, past and present, who protect our freedom.

9/11 Unity Walk
September 14, 2008, 1:30 p.m. From the Washington Hebrew Congregation at 3935 Macomb Street NW, Washington, DC to The Islamic Center, the National Sikh Gurdwara Washington Cathedral, Vatican Embassy with a concluding celebration at the Gandhi Memorial

Special Program at Washington National Cathedral
Beyond Tolerance: Touching the Heart of Religious America with Gustav Neibuhr, September 11, 2008, 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public, but reservations are required. Call (877)537-2228. Join Gustav Niebuhr, tells stories of faith communities throughout America crossing religious boundaries by reaching out with love and forgiveness. His new work chronicles his cross-country quest, where he finds not a war on terror but a crusade to discover common interests and mutual respect. On Sunday, September 7, 2008, the National Cathedral will be one stop along the route of the Unity Walk.

5th Annual Police, Fire & Sheriff 9/11 Memorial 5K Run
September 6, 2008, 6 p.m. DoubleTree Hotel, 300 Army Navy Drive, Crystal City, VA. A commemorative run to honor victims of September 11. Proceeds from the race will be donated to public safety and military support organizations, including the Fisher House Foundation, the Wounded Warriors Project, and the Survivors’ Fund. Fee: $25.00.