This project, dating back to 1990, highlights the prevalence of African influences on Cuban culture. It was initiated by the sculptor and painter Salvador Gonz?les who, together with a group of friends, decided to paint a mural celebrating Afro-Cuban culture, reclaiming a public space as a forum for what they see as both a cultural example of community-based art.

A rumba group gathers at the spot at noon every Sunday, and musicians as important as Clave y Guaguanc? and Los Mu?equitos de Matanzas have been known to attend. The last Friday of each month is Ballad Night, with poetry and traditional music. One Saturday per month is dedicated to children's entertainment, and puppet shows, comic theatre and clowns abound. Disabled access is available.