After taking Abby ashore, we all piled into the dinghy and
docked at the Great Kills Yacht Club.
We walked up two blocks as advised by the Harbour Host of the
AGLCA and paid our $6.50 each in quarters, thanks to Debbie who hoards Jim’s
change. The express bus took us directly
to Lower Manhattan and we got off near the 9/11 Memorial.
We walked around the area. It was very busy with lots of people taking selfies!! There are two reflecting pools where the two towers were located with a stone railing around each inscribed
with the names of everyone who perished as a result of the attacks. It is a very moving memorial surrounded by a park, unfortunately some people treat it not as a solemn tribute but rather as a party place!!
After that we went into the Museum. They have done a magnificent job on
this. Most of the museum is
underground. It explains the history of
the towers, how they were built and a rigorous explanation of the attack and
the heroism of the people who responded.
We saw how the building is anchored to the “Schist” (bedrock) of NY
and the massive size of the supporting steel structures.
We also saw how they were twisted and bent
when the buildings collapsed.
 |
Building Anchor |
We spent about 3 hours inside until the amount of
information became just too much but it is a very worthwile experience.
 |
A Mural celebrating NYC |
We then tried to find a typical NY Deli and walked two
blocks to eat. Pizza and Calzone! It was good and very inexpensive with $3 .00 beers.
 |
Occulus |
 |
Interior of Occulus |
We then walked the area and went into the “Occulus” a new
building over a train station that houses upmarket shopping.
By this time we were tired so back on the xpress bus (a 1-1/2 hour ride) and back
to Great Kills on Staten Island for a restful evening.
That would be a pretty cool museum.
ReplyDeleteCarter