Photos: Opening Day At The National 9/11 Memorial

Meanwhile, in New York City: The National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center site opened today to the public. According to Gothamist, who made an appearance at this morning's somber opening, "Admission is free, but you need to sign up online for reservations, which are almost completely snatched up through the end of October." Here are some images from this morning's press tour, before the gates officially opened to the public.