Sayville, NY — The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum was honored to host the Tunnel to Towers “Steel Across America” Tour as it made its Long Island stop, bringing a powerful piece of 9/11 history to our community.
At the center of the tribute was a steel beam from the South Tower of the World Trade Center, offering visitors a rare and emotional opportunity to witness this artifact firsthand. The event drew strong attendance from community members, veterans, first responders, and supporters, all gathering to remember, reflect, and honor those impacted by September 11, 2001—and the years that followed.
This meaningful moment was also deeply personal for the Museum, as we remembered individuals like Jamie Atkinson, whose life of service and sacrifice continues to inspire our mission.
The event was widely covered across local and national media, highlighting both the significance of the traveling memorial and the role of the Murph Museum in preserving these stories for future generations.
Media Coverage
New York Post
Massive moving momento of 9/11 reaches LI: ‘You can feel the weight of that day’
This feature captures the emotional weight of the steel beam’s arrival, including firsthand reactions from attendees who described the experience as something you can truly feel.
News 12 Long Island
WTC steel beam makes West Sayville stop on nationwide 9/11 anniversary tour
Local coverage highlighting the tour’s stop in West Sayville, with a focus on community turnout and the importance of bringing this tribute to Long Island.
Newsday
9/11 steel beam stirs memories, emotions at Lt. Michael P. Murphy Museum
An in-depth look at the exhibit and its connection to ongoing remembrance efforts, including the significance of hosting the tour at the Murph Museum.
CBS New York
Steel beam from World Trade Center making it’s way around country as reminder of 9/11 attacks
Video coverage following the steel beam’s journey across the country, placing the Museum’s role within the broader national tribute marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and operates entirely through the generosity of donors, members, partners, and supporters. The Museum does not receive funding from any level of government or from the United States Armed Forces. Those who wish to support the Museum’s mission to preserve and share the legacy of LT Michael P. Murphy and the Naval Special Warfare community are invited to get involved.
