WorksEncounterAfter Hours Tank
Aquarium
After Hours Tank
The galleries are closed.
Coney Island aquarium. After the last tour, a woman in a wet navy polo puts her hand on the big tank. “Once the lights go… it's just the glass.” Take the exit and the night is only volunteer duty.
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About this work
Coney Island aquarium. The last tour files out. Gallery lights die one by one. Maren, education staff, stays in front of the ocean tank. The navy polo turns sheer with water. A gold ring catches the blue.
“Once the lights go… it's just the glass.” Take the exit and the night is a late check. Stay after the lights, and the gallery stops being public.
Characters
- MarenEducation staff · married
- MeNarrator · volunteer
- ColeMaren's husband · night security · mentioned
