The Freedom Tower, once a beacon for Cuban refugees fleeing communism during the Cold War, is undergoing renovation to reopen as a museum. Historically known as "El Refugio," it served approximately 400,000 Cubans seeking refuge from 1962 to 1974. The building, designed in the Spanish Revival style and opened in 1925 as a newspaper's headquarters, provided essential services to migrants, including education and financial aid. The project aims to celebrate the contributions and challenges of Cuban exiles through immersive exhibits, highlighting the significance of migration and freedom.
The Freedom Tower, an iconic symbol of hope for Cuban exiles, provided essential services and support to nearly 400,000 refugees from 1962 to 1974.
The refurbishment of the Freedom Tower will transform it into a museum that honors Cuban migration, exploring themes of freedom and homeland.
Originally opened in 1925, the Freedom Tower served as the Miami Daily News headquarters before becoming known as 'El Refugio' for Cuban refugees.
The U.S. government spent over $730 million on refugee assistance at the Freedom Tower by 1971, equivalent to almost $6 billion today.
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