BOCA RATON, Fla. , Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Atlantic University celebrated the start of construction of its Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building. The 22,000-square-foot, two-story structure will be the home of Florida Atlantic's Holocaust education, Jewish studies and related programs. It also will become a South Florida destination for visitors seeking first-hand knowledge about the Holocaust, including cultural performances, lectures and exhibits that further understanding and respect for humanity. Construction is expected to take approximately 14 months with a targeted opening of fall 2026.
"This is a monumental day, and I know Kurt would be so proud to see this building become a reality," said Marilyn Wallach . Kurt Wallach died in 2021, a year a