Monmouth County's Sept. 11 Twin Beams Will Return This Year

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NJ — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners will resurrect its “Tribute in Lights” this September, which is the beaming of two rays of light to honor the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.

The “Tribute in Lights” will be illuminated for one night only: From sunset to 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, rain or shine. The lights will be visible from Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook in Atlantic Highlands, which has views of New York City.

This is the fifth year Monmouth County has beamed the lights, which is an expense to the county.

Monmouth County first started beaming the lights in 2020, when New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio said he would be unable to shine the twin beams from Ground Zero as to not risk workers being exposed to coronavirus.

“We will always remember and honor the 147 men and women who called our County home and lost their lives on September 11, 2001," said Commissioner Director Thomas Arnone.

Mount Mitchell also houses Monmouth County's September 11 Memorial.

Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook will have extended hours from Wednesday, Sept. 11, through Saturday, Sept. 14. The park will close at 11:30 p.m. each evening to allow visitors to spend additional time at county's 9/11 memorial.

Also coming up in September: Monmouth County Will Hold Sept. 11 Ceremony From Mount Mitchill