Display of planned 9/11 Memorial on exhibit at City Hall

posted on 3/25/2026

A new public display highlighting Dover’s planned 9/11 Memorial is on exhibit at City Hall, offering residents an opportunity to learn more about the project’s design, purpose and timeline.

Located in the Customer Service Center, adjacent to the City Clerk’s office, the display features architectural renderings, design concepts, historical information and background on the memorial effort. The exhibit provides insight into how the city plans to commemorate the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, as well as honor first responders, military members and survivors, including those with ties to Dover who were lost that day.

The memorial is planned for the Cocheco Mill Courtyard in downtown Dover and is intended to serve as a place for remembrance, reflection and education. The design includes granite panels representing the Pentagon, the World Trade Center towers and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, along with interpretive elements to help visitors understand the events and impact of 9/11.

The project's proposed budget is $180,000, with a fundraising goal of $200,000 to account for contingencies. Construction is expected to begin this spring, with a dedication ceremony planned for Sept. 11, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks.

The memorial is being developed by the city’s 9/11 Memorial Committee, which includes representatives from Dover Fire and Rescue, the Dover Police Department, elected officials and city staff. The effort reflects a broader goal of creating a space that is both meaningful for remembrance and educational for future generations.

Residents interested in supporting the project can make donations by check, payable to the Dover Firefighters Charitable Association – 9/11 Memorial. Contributions may be mailed to: City of Dover – 9/11 Memorial Committee, c/o Matt McLean, 288 Central Ave., Dover, NH 03820.