Wall of Names

The Wall of Names marks the flight path and final approach of Flight 93.

NPS Photo C.Claycomb

Quick Facts

Location:

Memorial Plaza

Significance:

Forty individually selected and polished marble stones are inscribed with each of the passenger or crew member names.

Designation:

Design Element

Amenities

9 listed

Accessible Rooms, Cellular Signal, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Restroom - Accessible, Restroom - Family, Toilet - Vault/Composting, Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchairs Available

The Wall of Names is forty polished marble panels, inscribed with the names of each passenger and crew member. The wall stands adjacent to the flight path and appears solid from a distance, representing the unified action of the passengers and crew members. Look closely at the Wall of Names, to identify the passengers from the crew members; a space between each panel highlights their unique individuality.

The Ceremonial Gate separates the Wall of Names from the crash site. This wooden gate, constructed of hewn hemlock beams with forty cut angles, represents the passengers and crew members. It is only opened on September 11 for family members to visit the crash site.

Want to learn more about each passenger and crew member of Flight 93? Read the biographies of all forty and find out who made phone calls aboard Flight 93.

Duration:

2 minutes, 45 seconds

The Wall of Names marks the final seconds of the Flight Path through 40 marble panels etched with the names of the crew members and passengers.