The New School hosted this symposium on law and urban policy, moderated by attorneys Joseph Lobenthal, Jr. and Martin Gallent, over a three month period. The collection consists of sound recordings from the symposium.

The New School Art Center was established in 1960 with a donation from the Albert J. List Foundation, and remained in operation until 1973. Directed by Paul Mocsanyi, the Center reflected The New School's commitment to engage provocative subjects, using art to explore contemporary issues. The collection contains sound recordings of events sponsored by the Art Center, often in conjunction with an exhibition or as part of educational programming.