East Village in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
In Honor of
Nicholas Figueroa Moises Ismael Locon Yac
| | June 10, 1991 March 26, 2015 June 2, 1987 March 26, 2015 | |
Photographed by Larry Gertner, March 11, 2022
1. In Honor of Marker
Who lost their lives as a result of a gas explosion that occurred at this site located as 121 Second Avenue on March 26, 2015. This dedication serves as a reminder of the tragedy that left many physically and emotionally wounded and as an expression of gratitude for the community that came together with open arms and gracious hearts. May their memory and spirit shine forward and motivate the living to strive to be better for our fellow citizens in the East Village and our Great City of New York.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Disasters. A significant historical date for this entry is March 26, 2015.
Location. 40° 43.695′ N, 73° 59.289′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in East Village. It is at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and East 7th Street, on the right when traveling south on 2nd Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 121 Second Avenue, New York NY 10003, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Carol Vivian Joyce (within shouting distance of this marker); East 7th Street WWII Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the Fillmore East (1968-1971) (within shouting distance of this marker); Ottendorfer Branch of the New York Public Library (about 300 feet
this page online
Another marker is no longer nearby. (Collegiate) Reformed Protestant Dutch Church (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been permanently removed).
Also see . . .
1. Two Men Remain Missing as Remnants of Explosion Are Scoured in Manhattan. New York Times; March 28,2015 (Submitted on May 21, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. An Illegal Gas Line, a Deadly Explosion and Now Guilty Verdicts. New York Times; November 15, 2019 (Submitted on May 21, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Larry Gertner, March 7, 2022
2. In Honor of plaque site
121 Second Avenue replacement
Via New York Times, November 16, 2019
3. 121 Second Avenue Fire
via New York Times, March 29, 2015
4. 121 Second Avenue ruins
Credits. This page was last revised on May 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 21, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 211 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 21, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
