Visiting timetable08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
|Sunday, January 11, 2026180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007, United States
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Valves and Infrastructure – Hidden Systems
Explore infrastructure artifacts to appreciate the unseen systems that supported daily city life.
12/11/2025
9 min read
Valves and systems directed water, air, and energy — quietly underpinning daily life.
Reading Artifacts
- Materials and seals
- Controls and gauges
- Maintenance access
Anatomy
| Part | Role |
|---|---|
| Body | Contains pressure/gas/liquid |
| Stem/handle | Control and modulation |
| Gauge | Feedback and monitoring |
Visiting Notes
- Look for service markings and inspection tags.
- Note how access is designed for maintenance.
- Consider the system beyond the part: where lines enter and exit.
Bottom line: Hidden systems deserve attention — they make daily life possible.
About the Author
NYC Memorial Expert
This guide is written to help you visit with care — honoring lives, supporting understanding, and allowing time for quiet reflection.
Tags
Infrastructure
Valves
Systems
City
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