Why does Grant get such a big tomb?

-As the victorious commanding general of the Union army, Grant is credited as the defender of the Union.  He was respected both north and south and when he died was the most popular American, domestically and internationally.

Why is he buried in New York?

-U.S. Grant lived in New York City the last 5 years of his life.  He requested to be buried in the city.

Why are there no public restrooms?

-According to oral tradition, Mrs. Grant requested that there never be a public restroom in her tomb.