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Castro Statement on San Antonio Missions UNESCO World Heritage Site Designation

Statement

Date: June 5, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Arts, Entertainment, and History

Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) issued the following statement after the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee designated the San Antonio Missions a World Heritage Site:

"I am proud and grateful that UNESCO designated the San Antonio Missions a World Heritage Site. Today is particularly special for the many San Antonians who have worked for years to make this prestigious honor a reality. Not only does the World Heritage Site designation raise San Antonio's international profile, it stands to add over a thousand jobs and more than $100 million to our city's economy. This recognition is just one more reason why folks from around the world should be sure to visit San Antonio and enjoy all our culturally rich city has to offer."


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