BETA
Chapter 1
The birthplace of Domino Park
Chapter 2
The art of double-nine dominoes
Chapter 3
The social code of the tables
Chapter 4
Art, architecture, and Calle Ocho culture
YOUR GOAL
Master of Little Havana dominoes
Ch 1 · The birthplace of Domino Park
diletta A major renovation added the iconic open-air pavilions and specialized tables to accommodate the growing crowds.
diletta The park is named after a legendary Dominican-born general who led Cuban forces in the War of Independence.
Fun Fact
Park namesake: General Máximo Gómez was Dominican-born, not Cuban, but he became a national hero in Cuba for leading their War of Independence against Spain.
Glossary
dominoes (noun)
A game played with small rectangular blocks marked with a number of spots. In 1961, Cuban exiles began playing this game in a vacant Miami lot, creating a famous park.
A game played with small rectangular blocks marked with a number of spots. In 1961, Cuban exiles began playing this game in a vacant Miami lot, creating a famous park.
Quiz
What is strictly forbidden at the tables of Maximo Gomez Park to maintain a family-friendly space?