Milwaukee City Hall Site of 9/11 Memorial by the Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums

(MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, August 25, 2025) – Firefighters, Police Officers and first responders who courageously lost their lives on 9/11 in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. will be honored by the Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums at a memorial tribute at Milwaukee’s City Hall.

This memorial will take place on Wednesday, 9/11/2025, on the City Hall Plaza located on East Wells and North Water Street, at 7:46 am, the exact time that the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. The historic City Hall bell will ring three times, once for each location that the terrorists struck: the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., and at a remote field in Shanksville, PA. A solo piper from the band will play “Taps” followed by a solo piper playing “Amazing Grace” and then joined by the rest of the Pipe Band for two more verses. After “Amazing Grace” has been completed, the Pipe Band will play “Honor Our Fallen.” Upon completing “Honor Our Fallen,” the Pipe Band will disperse in silence.

This tribute is consistent with our mission statement to “Honor Our Fallen and to Never Forget Them.” The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums wants to bring this tragic event in our nation’s history to the attention of the entire community, particularly to younger generations that have grown up in the last 24 years.

Event Details

• WHAT: 9/11 Memorial Tribute – Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums Pipers performing “Taps,” “Amazing Grace” and “Honor Our Fallen” as a tribute to those lost on 9/11.
• WHEN: The performance will begin at 7:46 am, Thursday September 11, 2025, with the tolling of the City Hall bell at the same time the first plane struck the north tower of the World Trade Center.
• WHERE: The plaza on the corner of East Wells and North Water Street in front of Milwaukee’s City Hall. The downtown workforce, residents and visitors are encouraged to attend this brief but important tribute recognizing those who gave their lives in service to their country.
• WHO: Individual Pipers will play “Taps” and “Amazing Grace.” The Band will join in on “Amazing Grace” for a second and third verse. After the completion of “Amazing Grace,” the Band will play “Honor Our Fallen.” Upon the conclusion of “Honor Our Fallen,” the band will disperse in silence.

For additional information contact Don Ellingsen (cell) 414.378.7925.

The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums perform as a unit at memorials for Fallen Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, and those that have served in our Military. In addition, they are again pleased to be performing at “Honor Flights” recognizing individuals who have served in our Armed Forces. For additional information about the band visit milwaukeebagpipes.com, call 651.491.5765 or connect with us on Facebook, Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.