The Knight Foundation has announced a $5 million donation for the restoration of Miami's Freedom Tower ahead of its 100th anniversary. This funding will support new cultural programming, including a significant exhibition and ongoing preservation efforts for the iconic structure, which has been closed since 2022. The contribution marks the largest private donation toward revitalizing the tower, reaffirming its importance as a cultural and historical hub. The upcoming exhibition will showcase the building's rich history, particularly its role in processing Cuban refugees during the 1960s and 1970s, reinforcing its status as a symbol of hope for many families.
"This gift is a testament to the belief that Miami's history deserves to be preserved, celebrated, and shared," said MDC President Madeline Pumariega. "Thanks to Knight Foundation's support, the Freedom Tower will continue to serve as a beacon of civic memory, cultural expression and community pride for the next 100 years."
"For so many families, including my own, this landmark has long been a symbol of hope - a place where dreams of freedom and opportunity took root," said Francesca de Quesada Covey, the Knight Foundation's vice president of community impact. "It holds the stories of our community's history, identity and resilience. With this gift, we're helping ensure those stories continue to be shared in ways that inspire and unite future generations."
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