Ever imagine what it would be like to be blind and live in New York City, an urban jungle that's bustling with activity and sensory overload?
A new, family-oriented exhibit called "Dialog in the Dark," at the South Street Seaport in Manhattan, takes visitors on a sensory "tour" of New York City while in a totally darkened space, in an attempt to simulate the urban life of a blind person.
Visitors are led by a visually-impaired guide and carry a cane similar to what a blind person would. Separate rooms feature items from a person's daily routines, such as shopping, riding a subway car and walking, which forces visitors to use other senses to figure out the smells, sounds, and textures they encounter during the hour-long presentation.
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