Pass
Photo credit: Jin S. Lee
Accession Number: C.2017.199.10
Dimensions: 3.5 in X 2 in
Dimensions (Metric): 8.89 cm X 5.08 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 8.89 cm X 5.08 cm
Source: Robert DiChiara
Credit Line: Gift of Robert DiChiara
Description
VIP Pass to the Observation Deck at the World Trade Center. The card is multicolored with printed text that reads: "Observation Deck | VIP Pass | 2 WTC, Mezzanine Level | New York, NY 10048 | tel (221) 323-2340 | fax (212) 323-2352 | www.wtc-top.com." The back of the card is signed by Robert DiChiara with printed text that reads: "The bearer of this card is entitled to exclusive VIP privileges which include: preferred ticket line access, unlimited complimentary visits to the Observation Deck and admissions for up to four persons. All guests should proceed to mezzanine level, advance ticket sale window #3. Expires December 30, 1999."
VIP Pass to the Observation Deck at the World Trade Center. The card is multicolored with printed text that reads: "Observation Deck | VIP Pass | 2 WTC, Mezzanine Level | New York, NY 10048 | tel (221) 323-2340 | fax (212) 323-2352 | www.wtc-top.com." The back of the card is signed by Robert DiChiara with printed text that reads: "The bearer of this card is entitled to exclusive VIP privileges which include: preferred ticket line access, unlimited complimentary visits to the Observation Deck and admissions for up to four persons. All guests should proceed to mezzanine level, advance ticket sale window #3. Expires December 30, 1999."
Historical Notes
At 1,377 feet, the South Tower Observation Deck’s outdoor viewing platform was the highest in the world. On a clear day, one could see for 45 miles in each direction from the Observation Deck. On average, the Observation Deck attracted 1.8 million visitors per year. From the opening day of the Observation Deck in December 1975, through close of business the night of September 10, 2001, approximately 46,350,000 visitors experienced the views from the top of the South Tower.
At 1,377 feet, the South Tower Observation Deck’s outdoor viewing platform was the highest in the world. On a clear day, one could see for 45 miles in each direction from the Observation Deck. On average, the Observation Deck attracted 1.8 million visitors per year. From the opening day of the Observation Deck in December 1975, through close of business the night of September 10, 2001, approximately 46,350,000 visitors experienced the views from the top of the South Tower.
