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Palm Coast Today
By the People, for the People
Palm Coast celebrates opening of Tunnel to Towers memorial
The new pedestrian bridge honors 9/11 first responders with an annual ceremony.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:25pm
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The new Tunnel to Towers memorial in Palm Coast, Florida will serve as an annual gathering place to honor the sacrifices of 9/11 first responders.Palm Coast TodayThe city of Palm Coast, Florida held a grand opening ceremony for its new Tunnel to Towers memorial on April 18, 2026. The pedestrian bridge and tunnel feature displays honoring the firefighters, police officers, and other first responders who lost their lives on 9/11.
Why it matters
The Tunnel to Towers memorial is an important tribute to the heroic actions of first responders during one of the darkest days in American history. It provides a place for the community to gather and reflect on the sacrifices made, while also educating younger generations about the events of 9/11.
The details
The Tunnel to Towers memorial includes a pedestrian bridge and tunnel with displays featuring the names, photos, and stories of the first responders who died on 9/11. The memorial was designed to allow visitors to walk through the structure and experience a sense of reflection and reverence.
- The opening ceremony for the Tunnel to Towers memorial took place on April 18, 2026.
- Construction on the memorial began in 2024 and was completed in early 2026.
The players
City of Palm Coast
The local government of Palm Coast, Florida, which commissioned and oversaw the construction of the Tunnel to Towers memorial.
Tunnel to Towers Foundation
A non-profit organization that honors the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller, who died on 9/11, and supports first responders, veterans, and their families.
What they’re saying
“This memorial is a powerful reminder of the bravery and selflessness of our first responders. It's important that we never forget their sacrifice.”
— Mayor Milissa Holland, Mayor of Palm Coast
“The Tunnel to Towers memorial will stand as a lasting tribute to the heroes of 9/11 and inspire future generations to serve their communities with the same courage.”
— Frank Siller, Chairman, Tunnel to Towers Foundation
What’s next
The Tunnel to Towers memorial will host an annual ceremony on September 11th to honor the first responders who lost their lives on that day.
The takeaway
The opening of the Tunnel to Towers memorial in Palm Coast is a powerful reminder of the sacrifice and bravery of first responders, and a testament to the resilience and unity of the American spirit in the face of tragedy.
