Surveillance, Propaganda & Control Tour of Midtown Manhattan

Explore the hidden systems of surveillance, propaganda, and influence that shaped everyday life in Midtown Manhattan during the Cold War. This guided walking tour reveals how power operated quietly through recording studios, libraries, hotels, and transit hubs in one of New York’s most visible districts. Learn how John Lennon came under federal scrutiny, how public behavior was monitored and regulated, and how espionage unfolded in familiar civic spaces. The tour lasts approximately 80 minutes, covers 1.5 miles, and follows a thoughtfully designed route with sheltered stops and occasional indoor spaces for comfort in varying weather conditions.- Duration: 90 minutes covering 1.5 miles in Midtown Manhattan- Discover the impact of surveillance on public spaces and behavior- Visit key locations linked to espionage, policing, and propaganda- Meeting point at The Record Plant, ending at Rockefeller Center