It was built as part of the Celebration of the Bicentennial of the Independence of Mexico and inaugurated by then President Felipe Calderón on November 7, 2010.

That year, environmental remediation of the property began, which was led by the state, para-state, several public universities of Mexico as well as international advisors.

[2] Neighborhood organizations and groups pointed out that the company has neglected the green areas of the park, since they profit from it to hold massive events and this "violates their right to a healthy environment, health and culture.

"[2] Since the park management changed, access to the parking lot has a charge, some bathrooms are no longer open, the International Youth Book Fair is no longer held, the museum does not offer exhibitions, and the water treatment plant does not work.

[2] The park has 55 hectares, which have been divided into five gardens: A few meters from its main entrance is the Refineria station on line 7 of the Mexico City metro.