Overview

• The consortium behind Caesars Palace Times Square pledged $15 million to the Civil Rights Foundation to help build the Museum of Civil Rights in Manhattan.
• The funding is part of a $250 million public-benefits offer that includes public safety, workforce programs, emergency medical services, and health equity initiatives in the Times Square area.
• Reverend Al Sharpton praised the commitment, saying it would provide a permanent New York home to tell the story of civil rights struggles.
• The proposal would convert the 1515 Broadway office tower into a gaming and entertainment venue with a limited number of restaurants and hotel rooms intended to drive customers to nearby businesses.
• The bid remains in public review through a Community Advisory Committee and faces state licensing decisions expected by the end of 2025, with organized opposition from theater and neighborhood groups continuing.