“The Breaks” rapper explained in a statement, “For years, we’ve wanted a permanent home in the Bronx, the birthplace of hip hop, and we are proud to be a part of Bronx Point, which will be one of the great new destinations for the borough. Hip hop grew from a seed that was planted at a house party on Sedgwick Avenue into a global movement, and our museum will celebrate that journey along with the Bronx’s place in its history. For all those who rose with us and followed in our footsteps, this museum will be for you, forever. We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome visitors from around the borough, the city and the world to Bronx Point and the new home of hip hop!”
Universal Hip Hop Museum also made the announcement on Instagram: “To our loyal supporters, we have officially started construction. Hip Hop will finally have a home to call its own in the birthplace where it all started. The biggest and the most amazing groundbreaking ceremony fundraiser is being planned for the Spring. You do not want to miss out. More information about how to watch/attend will be provided soon. A special press announcement about our Phase 2 capital campaign will be shared later this month.”
The new construction will also house an early childhood space run by BronxWorks and an outdoor science program operated by the Billion Oyster Project.
