Nightly Caretaker Preserves the 9/11 Memorial Pools
Staff Report / Brightonlocal.org
James Maroon works at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, spending eight hours each night, five days a week, caring for the memorial pools. His role involves cleaning and maintaining the site to ensure it appears immaculate for the next day's visitors. Maroon's story provides insight into the dedication required for such an important memorial. The work is supported by the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, which has produced a film featuring Maroon's experiences. For more information about the memorial and to learn about its history, visit their website at https://www.911memorial.org.
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