Welcome to the Freedom Tower News Room

Built in 1925, the Freedom Tower is a National Historic Landmark and one of Miami’s most enduring symbols of freedom, democracy and cultural resilience. Known as Miami’s first skyscraper, the building has served many roles—from the original home of The Miami News to the Cuban Refugee Center that welcomed hundreds of thousands of exiles fleeing political oppression in the 1960s and 1970s.

Following a major restoration, the Freedom Tower reopened for its centennial celebration. The building features new exhibitions and cultural programming that honor its role in shaping Miami’s story and offer space for reflection, education and community engagement.

Please contact us for press inquiries, high-resolution images or additional information about the Freedom Tower’s history, programming and centennial events.

Freedom Tower in the News

Zenaida and Manuel return to the Torre de la Libertad 60 years later
Latin America News | September 2025
Stories of exile and hope come alive inside Miami’s restored Freedom Tower
Key Biscayne Independent | September 2025
La Torre Miami, el ícono histórico reabre tras restauración de $25 millones
El Sol Latino | September 2025
Freedom Tower reopens with new immigration exhibits
The Miami Hurricane | September 2025
Here are the art shows you won’t want to miss this season
Miami Herald | September 2025
Un siglo de historia y migración: la Torre de la Libertad reabre sus puertas en Miami tras millonaria restauración
Cuba en Miami | September 2025
Florida's Newly Reopened, Century-Old Landmark Is An Immersive Cuban American Icon On Miami's Coast
Islands | September 2025
Miami’s Freedom Tower shines again. Other local landmarks aren’t so lucky | Opinion
Miami Herald | September 2025
A look at the exhibits inside the reimagined Miami Freedom Tower
NBC 6 Miami | September 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower celebrates 100th anniversary
CBS News | September 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower holds grand reopening, celebrating decades of history
Local 10 | September 2025
Emilio Estefan on the significance of the Miami Freedom Tower, a beacon of history and hope
NBC 6 Miami | September 2025
Freedom Tower reopens its doors, celebrating a century as the crown jewel of Miami
Local 10 | September 2025
Centennial celebrations held for reopening of Miami Freedom Tower
NBC 6 Miami | September 2025
Miami’s Freedom Tower turns 100 as it reopens following renovation
Local 10 | September 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower reopens with new exhibits
Local 10 | September 2025
Miami’s historic Freedom Tower reopens for 100th anniversary
Local 10 | September 2025
Miami’s Freedom Tower Marks 100 Years With A Stunning Reopening This Fall
Secret Miami | September 2025
South Florida celebrates grand reopening of Freedom Tower on 100th anniversary
NBC 6 Miami | September 2025
Emilio Estefan resalta la importancia de La Torre de la Libertad en Miami para los exiliados cubanos del régimen de Fidel Castro
NTN24 | September 2025
Miami’s Freedom Tower marks its centennial with re-opening
WLRN | September 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower reopens after multi-million dollar restoration
EFE Servicios | September 2025
Stories of exile and hope come alive inside Miami’s restored Freedom Tower
WLRN | September 2025
Los 100 años de la Torre de la Libertad de Miami, símbolo del exilio cubano
Martí Noticias | September 2025
Los 100 años de la Torre de la Libertad, un símbolo para el exilio
Actualidad Radio | September 2025
La Torre de la Libertad de Miami reabre con un homenaje a quienes hallaron refugio en EEUU
Diario ABC | September 2025
Reabre la Torre de la Libertad, emblemático edificio en Miami que es símbolo del exilio cubano
Univision 23 | September 2025
Miami’s iconic Freedom Tower reopens to the public after 2 year renovation
WSVN 7 News Miami | September 2025
La Torre de la Libertad en Miami reabre renovada para celebrar sus 100 años
Islander News | September 2025
Torre de la Libertad de Miami se prepara para su reapertura
Miami News 24 | September 2025
Freedom Tower to reopen after two years and a multi-million dollar restoration
Miami Herald | September 2025
La Torre de la Libertad reabre tras dos años y celebra su centenario con una restauración multimillonaria
El Nuevo Herald | September 2025
En su centenario, la Torre de la Libertad ilumina la memoria de Miami
Diario Las Americas | September 2025
La Torre de la Libertad: un faro que renace con esperanza | Opinión
El Nuevo Herald | September 2025
Torre de la Libertad: escenario de emociones que marcaron Miami
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
El primer rascacielos: la torre que nacía entre el sol y la prensa
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
100 años de la Torre de la Libertad
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
Los 100 años de la Torre de la Libertad en Miami
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
La historia de cómo se salvó La Torre de la Libertad
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
Los 100 años de la Torre de la Libertad: El refugio cubano en Miami
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
Celebran el centenario de la Torre de la Libertad en Miami
Telemundo 51 | September 2025
A Beacon of Hope: The Freedom Tower reopens as a museum celebrating the immigrant experience
Biscayne Times | September 2025
100 years of The Freedom Tower
NBC Miami | August 2025
Los 100 años de la Torre de la Libertad
Telemundo 51 | August 2025
Miami set to reopen iconic Freedom Tower, symbol of Cuban immigration
AP News | August 2025
Torre de la Libertad en Miami reabrirá próximamente como museo
Cuba En Miami | August 2025
Miami’s Statue of Liberty lives on — and it should
Miami Herald | A 2025
100 Years Old: Miami’s First Skyscraper Reopening After Restoration
The Next Miami | August 2025
Freedom Tower Centennial
Libre Online | July 2025
Miami Freedom Tower turns 100 years old
CBS News | July 2025
Miami Daily News Tower Dedication in 1925
Miami History | July 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower marks 100 years as symbol of new beginnings
NBC Miami | July 2025
Celebran el centenario de la Torre de la Libertad en Miami
Telemundo 51 Miami | July 2025
Miami's Freedom Tower, symbol for new beginnings, celebrates 100 years
NBC Miami | July 2025
Renovations at Miami's Freedom Tower finishing up ahead of its 100th anniversary celebration
CBS NEWS | July 2025
Sneak peek of the renovated Freedom Tower ahead of 100th anniversary of Miami's icon of hope and history
NBC 6 South Florida | July 2025
'It’s like the Statue of Liberty': Miami’s Freedom Tower set to turn 100
WLRN | July 2025
Officials offer sneak peek of Miami’s Freedom Tower renovations ahead of fall opening
WSVN | July 2025
MDC Receives $5 Million Gift to Support Freedom Tower Centennial and Reopening
Miami’s Community Newspapers | July 2025
Local 10 Special: Miami’s Freedom Tower: Celebrating a Century
Local 10 | July 2025
Freedom Tower Makes History Again in Miami
Local 10 | July 2025
La Freedom Tower celebra un siglo como símbolo de libertad y esperanza en Miami
Cuba en Miami | July 2025
Syndicated: Freedom Tower celebra un siglo como símbolo de libertad y esperanza
Blogarama | July 2025
Miami’s Freedom Tower Undergoes Major Renovation Ahead of Awaited Reopening
Local 10 | July 2025
La Torre de la Libertad de Miami se somete a una importante renovación antes de su esperada reapertura
Local 10 | July 2025
Local 10 to Air Special Honoring 100 Years of Miami’s Freedom Tower
Local 10 | July 2025
Freedom Tower Oral History Project Surpasses 300 Interviews, Capturing the Voices Behind the Freedom Tower’s 100-Year Legacy
MDC News | May 2025
Miami Dade College's Historic Freedom Tower to Reopen in September 2025, Marking 100 Years as a Symbol of Hope and Freedom
MDC News | May 2025
Cuba Nostalgia Regresa este 17 y 18 de mayo
MSN | May 2025
Cuba Nostalgia, añoranza y celebración de tradiciones
Diario las Américas | May 2025
Freedom Tower fundraising launched for centennial reopening
Miami Today | Jan 2025
Celebrating 100 Years of Freedom
MDC News | Dec 2024
Freedom Tower’s centennial celebration set to begin
Islander News | Dec 2024
Miami's Freedom Tower to go under renovation ahead of 100th anniversary
CBS News Miami | Oct 2024
People Saving Places: R.J. Heisenbottle Architects and the Freedom Tower
Miami Design Preservation League | May 2024
Miami’s cherished, historic Freedom Tower shut down for a $25 million restoration
Miami Herald | July 2023
What does the Freedom Tower have to do with Al Capone, a gravedigger and cans of spam?
Miami Herald | Aug 2022
Gov. DeSantis Putting $25 Million For Miami's Freedom Tower In Budget Proposal
CBS News Miami | May 2022
Freedom Tower Is One of Miami’s Most Beloved and Famous Historic Sites
Nuestro Stories | April 2022
$25 million for Freedom Tower to display Cuban history better
Miami Today | Feb 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month: Freedom Tower In Downtown Miami Still Stands As A Beacon Of Freedom
CBS News Miami | Sept 2021
South Florida’s Freedom Tower
South Florida Business and Wealth | March 2020
Florida History: The many lives of Freedom Tower
NWF Daily News | Sept 2019
How to experience Cuba in Miami
The Independent | June 2019
Museum of Art and Design at Miami Dade College - Freedom Tower
Time Out | March 2018
New Exhibits Honor Freedom Tower’s Storied Past
MDC News | Sept 2014
Cuban Dissident Blogger Seeks To Unite Castro's Cuba With Miami's Cuba
NPR | April 2013
Freedom Tower, Florida
National Park Service | Dec 2021

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