Gary, Indiana has decided to open a Michael Jackson museum to pay homage and honor to the late King of Pop. The $300 million museum is set to begin construction early next year; however, there are some skeptics who are hesitant that the project will even take off.
There have been rumors for months about a performing arts center and museum to honor the pop sensation; however, this time Rudy Clay, the mayor of Gary, is backing the project. The Michael Jackson museum will be sure to garner a lot of attention and plenty of visitors from devoted fans.
Pop Icon Museums
Gary, Indiana to Open Michael Jackson Museum in Honor of the King of Pop
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