Monument in New York Harbor closed since Thirty attacks . 9/11 people make climb to reopened crown . Only 10 visitors are permitted to ascend the steps at any one time , meaning about 240 people can make the climb during the park 's 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. hours of operation . `` This is a celebration of New York , '' CNN secretary says .
Monument in New York Harbor closed since Thirty attacks . 9/11 people make climb to reopened crown . `` This is a celebration of New York , '' CNN secretary says .