Have you ever wondered why it’s called Mexican Train? If so, you’re definitely not alone. The popular domino game has been a hit in family, friends, and work gatherings for years, but few know how – or why – Mexican Train got its name.
To understand the origins of Mexican Train, we must first explore the history of dominoes. Once we track down the roots of the game, it’ll become clear why it’s aptly referred to as Mexican Train.
Let’s uncover the answers together!
Why is Mexican Train Called Mexican Train?
Mexican Train is a popular dominoes game that is often played around the world.It is a great way to have fun with friends, family, or even co-workers. But why is it called Mexican Train?
Origins Of Mexican Train
Mexican Train is believed to have originated in the 1930s in Central Texas.It was introduced to the public by the president of the Austin Tile Manufacturing Company, G. C. Crisfield.
While nobody is certain how the game got its name, some theorists suggest that it was named after a series of Mexican railways linking Texas towns.
How To Play Mexican Train
To play Mexican Train, you need a set of double-nine dominoes.There may also be special markers for each player, depending on the version of the game. Each player draws 12 dominoes and plays them face down in front of them.
The remaining tiles are placed face down in the middle to form the “boneyard” and the first tile is turned up. Players begin the game by connecting dominoes to the double-nine starting tile. For each turn, they must try to match one of their tiles to the line of tiles created before them, either with the same number of pips or a double.
If they cannot match their tile to the line, they can place a token to the side and pick up a new tile from the boneyard. Play continues until one of the players does not have any tiles left in their hand or the boneyard has been completely exhausted.