This memorial garden was created for Lauren Catuzzi Grandcolas and the individuals who lost their lives during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. With its two twisted bronze sculptures and the three granite walls comprising the water feature, this memorial provides a serene place for reflection. Bristlecone pine trees (the oldest living organisms on the planet) symbolize the enduring spirit of connection across space and time. At the same time, the granite walls serve as a base for the fountain and represent the crash sites of that fateful day.

The victims of the World Trade Center attack are represented by 2,753 small pebbles placed in front of the fountain, while the Pentagon victims receive 184 pebbles in remembrance. The victims of United Flight 93, including Lauren, are represented by 40 large stones. The entire structure is surrounded by majestic flowers such as roses and lilies and shrubs like boxwood and juniper, creating a serene and peaceful environment.

Quote from a visitor, “I think memorials like this are so important. The big ones can be powerful in their own way, but coming across something like this so far from New York serves as a small but constant reminder.”