Overview
Hialeah Park is a historic racetrack in Hialeah, once called one of the most beautiful race courses in the world. It is known for the flock of flamingos in its infield and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
History
Aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and James Bright opened Hialeah Park in 1922 as a greyhound track, and thoroughbred horse racing began there in 1925. After the track was damaged by the 1926 hurricane, Joseph Widener rebuilt it, and the new Hialeah opened in 1932. Flamingos were brought from Cuba in the 1930s. Thoroughbred racing ended in 2001, and the track reopened for quarter horse racing from 2009 to 2016.
Today
A casino opened in the restored grandstand in 2013. The grounds and the flamingos remain a landmark of Hialeah.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Hialeah Park Race Tracken.wikipedia.org
- CBS Miami: Hialeah Park Casino now opencbsnews.com
Facts checked against the sources above in October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.