Exhibition Opens to Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Cuban Philatelic Federation

A special philatelic exhibition will open to the public at the Postal Museum of Cuba on October 18, marking one of the first events celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Cuban Philatelic Federation.

The exhibition, scheduled to open at 10:00 a.m., will showcase collections from distinguished Cuban philatelists, both adults and youth, including several recipients of the National Philately Award and collectors recognized at various international events.

Visitors will be able to explore stamps from Cuba’s colonial period, some linked to historical figures like Ernesto «Che» Guevara, others focused on environmental conservation, 19th-century notarial documents, and a variety of other topics of interest.

In addition to the exhibition, a special commemorative postmark will be issued to honor the occasion. Entry to the event will be completely free for all attendees.

«Philatelic collecting in Cuba dates back to 1892, when the magazine *El Curioso Americano* published occasional information about the postage stamps of the time and the independent collectors who owned them,» says Professor Juan Hernández Machado, who won the National Philately Award in 2012.

After numerous attempts and the formation of several related associations—one of which was officially established before the Republic emerged—the Cuban Philatelic Club was founded in 1910, becoming the most enduring philatelic organization. Finally, in November 1964, the Cuban Philatelic Federation was officially constituted, supported by the Revolutionary Government’s aim to make key cultural expressions, including philately, accessible to the public.

The Postal Museum of Cuba, named after José Luís Guerra Aguiar and open since January 2, 1965, reflects this cultural initiative. It was created to preserve Cuba’s traditions and heritage in philatelic collecting and postal history.

Located on the ground floor of the Ministry of Communications building at the northeast corner of José Martí Revolution Square in Havana, the museum welcomes you to enjoy this special philatelic exhibition.

Translated by Luis E. Amador Dominguez