PRESS RELEASE: Secretary of State Cord Byrd Seeks Public Input on History of Communism Museum

TALLAHASSEE, FLA. –

Today, Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced the release of a public survey to gather input on the creation of a museum of the history of communism. The survey will remain open until November 1, 2024.

“Input from Floridians is needed to develop recommendations on the creation of a museum of the history of Communism,” said Secretary of State Cord Byrd. “I encourage all interested parties to take the time to complete and share the short online survey.”

On April 17, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law CS/CS/SB 1264 (Chapter 2024-102, Laws of Florida) relating to the History of Communism. The bill requires the Department of State, in collaboration with the Department of Education, to consult with state and national stakeholders to provide a recommendation to the Legislature, no later than December 1, 2024, on the creation of a museum of the history of Communism.

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The Florida Department of State’s Division of Historical Resources (DHR) is responsible for preserving and promoting Florida’s historical and archaeological resources. The Division Director’s office oversees a grants-in-aid program to help preserve and maintain Florida’s historic buildings and archaeological sites, and coordinates outreach programs such as State Historical Markers. DHR directs historic preservation efforts throughout Florida in cooperation with state, federal, and tribal agencies, local governments, private organizations, and individuals. The Division Director serves as the State Historic Preservation Officer, acting as the liaison with the national historic preservation program conducted by the National Park Service. The Division is comprised of three Bureaus, archaeological research, historic preservation, and historical museums. For more information, visit: FLHeritage.com.