MY AL CAPONE MUSEUM

Newly found cache of authentic Lexington Hotel marble floor for sale! Own a piece of this long gone historic hotel where Al Capone lived!

Read more about it HERE!

Welcome to the World Famous

"My Al Capone Museum"

The biggest site on Alphonse Capone and his era!

(Now with over 153 web pages and 4180 images!)

Unlike some of the other gangster museums out there, this one can really state proudly that it is non profit! This site and I do not make one dang penny! Most of the time and money was spent by me on this labor of love over the years for the correct history. Here you can visit rain or shine, 24/7, 365 days of the year for free! You do not pay anything to enter and see all the items, info, photos accumulated here! Whether you are a history buff, musician, Hollywood actor, author, writer or just the a plain fan, this site can be used for your simple enjoyment, research project, book, movie or whether it's just show off your knowledge to others on mob message boards. I do not try to sell you subscriptions, t-shirts, mugs and keychains! I often wondered what the other museums do with that money and the big entrance fee?

Now tell me! Which museum will let you visit in your underpants? Well, here you can!

"Unlike the City of Chicago, who seems hellbent on erasing everything related to the Capone era, here you will find some of the past brought back for history's integrity, and for the Capone era's rightful place in history. Good or bad, how can we learn from the past if you want to deny that it ever existed" ----- Mario Gomes

Al Capone Museum Directory

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Anyone who has any authentic Al Capone family photos or authentic Al Capone artifacts and are willing to sell or donate them to Myalcaponemuseum.com with or without credit to them on the site, then you can contact me at

Currently looking for this!

Startling Detective magazine dated September 1931.

Anyone who has it and is willing to sell it please contact me at

Al Capone's Beer Wars:

A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago during Prohibition

Although much has been written about Al Capone, there has not been--until now--a complete history of organized crime in Chicago during Prohibition. This exhaustively researched book covers the entire period from 1920 to 1933. Author John J. Binder, a recognized authority on the history of organized crime in Chicago, discusses all the important bootlegging gangs in the city and the suburbs and also examines the other major rackets, such as prostitution, gambling, labor and business racketeering, and narcotics.

A major focus is how the Capone gang -- one of twelve major bootlegging mobs in Chicago at the start of Prohibition--gained a virtual monopoly over organized crime in northern Illinois and beyond. Binder also describes the fight by federal and local authorities, as well as citizens' groups, against organized crime. In the process, he refutes numerous myths and misconceptions related to the Capone gang, other criminal groups, the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, and gangland killings.

What emerges is a big picture of how Chicago's underworld evolved during this period. This broad perspective goes well beyond Capone and specific acts of violence and brings to light what was happening elsewhere in Chicagoland and after Capone went to jail.

Based on 25 years of research and using many previously unexplored sources, this fascinating account of a bloody and colorful era in Chicago history will become the definitive work on the subject.

Available at all fine online bookstores

Any Questions? Please Read FAQ'S First!

If the answer is not found there then

Mario Gomes can be contacted at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com

To see and read more about the guy who runs this website please click on above photo.

Swimming in Al Capone's pool and yours truly in front of the cameras once again.

Shooting in front of the entrance to Al's living room.

(Photo at left courtesy Magaly Acosta. Photo to right courtesy of Plum TV).

A very special acknowlegement to those who have enjoyed the site so much that they gave something back in return for it's high quality historic research content. The following supporters listed below are the people who kindly contributed a donation, whether it be funds or historical items to the site without me ever asking. These are the type of people who walk the walk and not just talk the talk. Their generosity has helped in part make this website a continued success.

- Margaret Mary Leahy -

A telling postcard from Chicago, circa 1908

This personal non-profit site was made strictly for your enjoyment and mine. It took me many years and money out of my own pocket to make. I do not have an agenda claiming that I own Al Capone, nor am I peddling any book. I do not associate myself with any author, writer, Capone relative, any supposed Capone relative or other Capone website, unless it's specified here, or if their book, site or name appears here. Some people related or not claim this subject for fame and glory, some do it for the money, some for both. For me, it's merely about the fascination of the era.This educational website's aim is strictly about telling a historically untwisted, unbiased and correct version (at least as close as humanly possible) of Al Capone and the roaring twenties. Through this process, I wanted to share it with all true history buffs out there, whether experienced or novice. Nothing more, nothing less! This site and I have proudly helped countless students across the U.S. with their National History Day projects on Al Capone. I personally take the time to answer their questions.

If after your visit you liked what you saw, then please take the time to sign the guestbook by clicking on Capone's fountain pen below. It's really appreciated by me, and by those who contribute to this site! (Historians, buffs, site donors and relatives of these bios and artifacts).

Welcome to my personal homepage. Welcome to My Al Capone Museum web site. In the past 29 years, I have collected items belonging to and dealing with the Granddaddy of all American gangsters, Alphonse Capone. My fascination with Capone started out with Robert De Niro's outstanding perfomance as the eminent Chicago underworld king. My curiosity was peaked. I wanted to know more about Al Capone and his era. I immediately began my search and soon found out that the facts were far more exciting than any of Hollywood's made up fiction. Al Capone was a multi-faceted man. He could be kind, vicious, loyal and quick with a joke. I must say outright that he was a gangster and a criminal. I do not endorse his way of life by any means, but I will admit that I am fascinated with his staying power (still popular 86 years after his era and 69 years after his death)! This non profit website was made to educate and satisfy various people interested in this particular era of history. People from all walks of life visit and enjoy these pages. It all started with a single web page and then quickly snowballed into what you see today. After coaxing by some media people,(they almost had to twist my arm, literally!) I finally gave in and appeared on History channel T.V. documentary, participated in some newspaper and television news stories for my Capone research / collection. Click through to let me share the past and some of my collection with you. Enjoy! Sincerely,

Mario Gomes can be contacted at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com

“The older I get, the more I realize that the light you think you’re radiating is not the light other people see when they look at you. I wonder how Al Capone felt about himself as he looked in the mirror in the privacy of his own bathroom. I’m sure he thought of himself as a very human guy.”

- Hollywood Legendary Actor Paul Newman, 1989.

Some website reviews

The following kind blurbs were really appreciated. It makes the long nights spent working on this site all worthwhile.

For a rich collection of (often exclusive) pictures, facts and photos of artifacts—the result of a lifetime's unceasing and meticulous research into even the minutia of Capone and those somehow connected to him—we recommend the Web site

of Mario Gomes. Inexhaustible research with great results. Mr. Gomes has done a splendid job and is, indeed, a Capone-aholic!

Robert J. Schoenberg, author of Mr. Capone

I recently acquired a historical Chicago mob-related artifact. Having referenced Mario’s comprehensive website many times in the past, I was hoping he could help further authenticate it for me. After providing a number of images of the item and corresponding documentation, Mario thoroughly examined the materials and concluded that it was indeed the real deal. Based on his expertise and knowledge, Mario outlined a detailed step-by-step explanation as to how he came to his conclusion. Mario was quick to respond to my inquiry, answered all of my questions and was courteous throughout the process. Needless to say, it set my mind at ease to know that one of the leading authorities in the field confirmed its authenticity. Thanks again.

"My Metal Band just finished our newest album and it's all based on Early Gangland Chicago. Your site was a one stop shop for all the great old info. Thanks. I'll thank you on the album."

Steve - THESE ARE THEY - CHICAGO DEATH METAL SUPREME!

"After doing months and months of research on Capone's life for my one man show; King of the City; an evening with Al Capone, I discovered Mario's site and was blown away. The info on Al, his collegues, the pictures, facts and items, etc. are amazing. This is the Bible of the Underworld! "

Robert Gallo, Hollywood Actor, Starred in the mob drama "Street Boss" and co-starred with Talia Shire in a comedy called "The Deported". Has appeared on many television shows such as Becker, The Ex- files, NYPD Blue, ER, Lois and Clark, Cagney and Lacey, The A-Team, St . Elsewhere, Falcon crest etc..

"The Al Capone Museum is an important biographical archive which chronicles the life of Al Capone. It offers a fascinating slice of useful social and cultural history that Al Capone helped define. The magic of this on-line resource is that the history is presented not only through narratives and photographs; but emerges as a vibrant archive containing personal artifacts to help bring this history to life. Mario Gomes knows the territory and is the definitive source on Capone. I highly recommend Mario's website to both the serious and casual researcher."

Michael Esslinger author of the book Alcatraz: A Definitive History of the Penitentiary Years

Matt Lee, Editor - in- Chief ,The Men's book / Modern Luxury magazines

"I thought I knew quite a bit about Chicago’s Prohibition Era mobsters -- until I encountered Mario Gomes. His knowledge of the period must exceed that of any person living, and his memory for details is rivaled only by his research capabilities. He should have been the keeper of Al Capone’s personal memoirs, except that we’d probably have lost him to Frank Nitti’s purge of old Outfit loyalists, or to some vengeful remnant of the North Side gang."

William J. Helmer, author of The Gun That Made The Twenties Roar,The St. Valentine's Day Massacre, Madman In The Tower.

coauthor of Public Enemies; America's Criminal Past 1919-1940 ,The Complete Public Enemy Almanac,Baby Face Nelson,John Dillinger The Untold Story,The Quotable Capone.

Mario Gomes has provided the interested reader an invaluable and exhaustive gold mine of information on the gangster era. It is the straight story, correcting misinformation and providing a wealth of new information. This is the source for anyone looking for facts on the famous gangsters!

Jim Ridings, author of "Len Small, Governors And Gangsters."

"No man alive knows Al Capone better than Mario Gomes.

His aid to me has been incalculable and his Al Capone

Museum website is the product of years of dedicated

research and a tremendous ongoing crusade for both

detail and accuracy. One could read every Capone

biography to date and still not attain Mario's massive

expertise on Capone and Twenties Chicago. This site

blazes like a Tommygun."

The late and great Rick Mattix, co-author of The Complete Public Enemies Almanac

"The internet's oldest and strongest Capone site. Mario has been interested in Capone and Chicago gangland history since 1987 (and it shows)! He's talked to all the historians and researchers, as well as some knowledgeable family members, to find out what there is to find out about the man and his times."

John Binder, Chicago Gangland historian and author of The Chicago Oufit.

"Highly recommended for the serious researcher or the casual reader, Mario's My Al Capone Museum is a clear oasis of fact amongst a plethora of websites that often blur real Capone and Chicago Prohibition gang history with the usual hand-me-down legends and myths. Arguably among the most knowledgeable persons of the era, Mario is the real deal! Stay here or else..."

Mars Eghigian Jr., author of After Capone: The Real Untold Life and World of Chicago Mob Boss Frank 'the Enforcer" Nitti.

"If this was Prohibition Era Chicago, Mario Gomes would be bumped off for knowing too much. When it comes to Al Capone & the golden age of Chicago gangland; if Mario doesn't know about it, it didn't happen."

Patrick Downey, author of Gangster City : The History of the New York Underworld 1900-1935

"Mario Gomes has given us an encyclopaedic treatment of the Chicago

gangster. Packed with unique photos, personal anecdotes, and information

collected from official sources, this website presents current and future

researchers of Chicago's gangster past with all they need, whether it's to

write a book report... or even a book!"

Rose Keefe, Author of Guns and Roses: the Untold Story of Dean O’Banion, Chicago’s Big Shot Before Al Capone , The Man Who Got Away: The George ‘Bugs Moran Story and The Starker: Big Jack Zelig, the Becker-Rosenthal Case, and the Advent of the Jewish Gangster

"Great Website you have."

Chuck Goudie, Chicago's ABC 7 Investigative reporter.


	ATTENTION!! Newly found cache of authentic Lexington Hotel marble floor for sale! Own a piece of this long gone historic hotel where Al Capone lived! Read more about it HERE! Welcome to the World Famous "My Al Capone Museum" The biggest site on Alphonse Capone and his era! (Now with over 153 web pages and 4180 images!) Al Capone Unlike some of the other gangster museums out there, this one can really state proudly that it is non profit! This site and I do not make one dang penny! Most of the time and money was spent by me on this labor of love over the years for the correct history. Here you can visit rain or shine, 24/7, 365 days of the year for free! You do not pay anything to enter and see all the items, info, photos accumulated here! Whether you are a history buff, musician, Hollywood actor, author, writer or just the a plain fan, this site can be used for your simple enjoyment, research project, book, movie or whether it's just show off your knowledge to others on mob message boards. I do not try to sell you subscriptions, t-shirts, mugs and keychains! I often wondered what the other museums do with that money and the big entrance fee? Now tell me! Which museum will let you visit in your underpants? Well, here you can! ~~~~~~~~~~ "Unlike the City of Chicago, who seems hellbent on erasing everything related to the Capone era, here you will find some of the past brought back for history's integrity, and for the Capone era's rightful place in history. Good or bad, how can we learn from the past if you want to deny that it ever existed" ----- Mario Gomes ~~~~~~~~~~ Please sign the museum guestbook Al Capone Museum Directory --------------------------------------- Al Capone's Personal Silver Locket Al Capone's Personal Telephone Al Capone's Personal Dress Shirt Al Capone's Personal Straw Boater Al Capone's Framed Signature Al Capone's Light Fixtures Al Capone's Silver Tray Ralph Capone's Personal Silver Pin and Dice Hymie Weiss Personal Prayer Book John D. Torrio's Personal Items Louis "Two Gun" Alterie Signed Photo Exhibit C & D; Two Goddard SVD Massacre bullet fragments Interesting items retrieved from Al Capone's Lexington office suite Alton/Anton Hotel Relics Al Capone Wax Figure 7244 Prairie Avenue (Al Capone's old home) 93 Palm Avenue (Al Capone's Florida retreat) 93 Palm Avenue Part 2 93 Palm Avenue Part 3 93 Palm Avenue Part 4 Artifacts from 93 Palm Avenue The New 93 Palm Avenue home The New 93 Palm Avenue home Part 2 The Capone era Cicero, Illinois The Harvard Inn The Hawthorne Hotel The Metropole Hotel The Four Deuces (2222 S. Wabash) Al Capone's Bathroom Tile From The Lexington Hotel Inside the Lexington Hotel photos Geraldo's Capone Vault Grand Opening The Lexington's destruction X Marks The Spot Magazine Capone Magazines and Booklets Capone Videos Capone Books knick knacks Capone's Chicago Chicago photos The Capone Documents Capone Photographs Capone Photographs 2 Capone Photographs 3 (The Joe Walters Collection) My Capone History Channel Shoot Gravesites Gravesites 2 Al Capone Speaks On Film! FDR and Al Capone's Cadillac; Truth or Myth? Al Capone Goes To Atlantic City Al Capone and Friends: A well Known but Misidentified Photo Al Capone and Miami Al Capone Goes to Cuba The Real Al Capone Quotes Capone at the ballpark Al Capone's Death and Funeral The St. Valentine's Day Massacre The Massacre Pt.2 Massacre Victim's Stats. Massacre Newspaper blurbs Valentine Killers? The St. Valentine's Day Massacre Bricks Some Theories on the Valentine Massacre Discounted Valentine Massacre theories The St.Valentine Massacre guns today St. Valentine's day Massacre bullets and evidence The Adonis Social Club incident When,where and how did they die? Gangster facts and side stories The Obituaries Gangster talk Gangster Fashion Gangster Molls William Hale "Big Bill" Thompson Gangland Armourers; Peter Von Frantzius, Louis Scaramuzzo, Von Lengerke and Antoine The Chicago Typewriter Gangster Hitspots Mae Capone Louise Rolfe "The Blonde Alibi" Alberto Anselmi & Giovanni Scalise Frank Parker William Niemoth Jake Guzik's mugs Samuel "Golfbag"Hunt Jake Lingle Frankie Yale Salvatore "Samoots" Ammatuna Jack Zuta Leo Vincent Brothers Edward "The Slot King" Vogel John D. Torrio Joe E. Lewis Rocco DeGrazia Machine Gun Jack McGurn Willie Heeney James "Fur" Sammons Three fingered Jack White George 'Red" Barker Anthony "Tough Tony" Capezio Frank Nitti Dean Charles O'Banion George Clarence Moran Earl "Hymie" Weiss Vincent "The Schemer" Drucci Fred "Killer" Burke Fred Goetz Joe Aiello Edward "Spike" O'Donnell The Genna brothers Angelo La Mantia Frank Rio Ragtime Joe Howard Hinky Dink and Bathouse John Sol Van Praag Theodore Anton Edward Tancl Louis & Elliott Wisbrod Joseph Bergl Daniel "Danny" Stanton Samuel "Nails" Morton Eliot Ness Al Capone's Tax Trial and Downfall Al in Jail Newspapers of the day Newspapers part two Newspapers part three Newspapers Part Four Gangster related articles The Green Mill Colosimo's Alcatraz Alcatraz Part 2 Al Capone goes to Baltimore Gangster sites today Gangster sites part 2 Dead Gangsters (Warning very Graphic) Origins of the Scars Al Capone Myths Collecting Al Capone The truth about Al Capone's signature The Lexington Hotel Floor Marble Capone / Gangster Memorabilia for Sale Al Capone and other gangster related books Joe Walters' Collection Thomas Prior Actor Robert Gallo as Al Capone ~~~~~~~~~~ The Capone Trash Bin FAQ's Links About Mario Gomes ~~~~~~~~~~ In Memoriam ~~~~~~~~~~ WANTED Anyone who has any authentic Al Capone family photos or authentic Al Capone artifacts and are willing to sell or donate them to Myalcaponemuseum.com with or without credit to them on the site, then you can contact me at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com Currently looking for this! Startling Detective magazine dated September 1931. Anyone who has it and is willing to sell it please contact me at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com ~~~~~~~~~~ Al Capone's Beer Wars: A Complete History of Organized Crime in Chicago during Prohibition (June 2017) Although much has been written about Al Capone, there has not been--until now--a complete history of organized crime in Chicago during Prohibition. This exhaustively researched book covers the entire period from 1920 to 1933. Author John J. Binder, a recognized authority on the history of organized crime in Chicago, discusses all the important bootlegging gangs in the city and the suburbs and also examines the other major rackets, such as prostitution, gambling, labor and business racketeering, and narcotics. A major focus is how the Capone gang -- one of twelve major bootlegging mobs in Chicago at the start of Prohibition--gained a virtual monopoly over organized crime in northern Illinois and beyond. Binder also describes the fight by federal and local authorities, as well as citizens' groups, against organized crime. In the process, he refutes numerous myths and misconceptions related to the Capone gang, other criminal groups, the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, and gangland killings. What emerges is a big picture of how Chicago's underworld evolved during this period. This broad perspective goes well beyond Capone and specific acts of violence and brings to light what was happening elsewhere in Chicagoland and after Capone went to jail. Based on 25 years of research and using many previously unexplored sources, this fascinating account of a bloody and colorful era in Chicago history will become the definitive work on the subject. Available at all fine online bookstores ~~~~~~~~~~ Any Questions? Please Read FAQ'S First! If the answer is not found there then Mario Gomes can be contacted at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com Mario Gomes To see and read more about the guy who runs this website please click on above photo. Swimming in Al Capone's pool and yours truly in front of the cameras once again. Shooting in front of the entrance to Al's living room. (Photo at left courtesy Magaly Acosta. Photo to right courtesy of Plum TV). ~~~~~~~~~~ THANK-YOU! A very special acknowlegement to those who have enjoyed the site so much that they gave something back in return for it's high quality historic research content. The following supporters listed below are the people who kindly contributed a donation, whether it be funds or historical items to the site without me ever asking. These are the type of people who walk the walk and not just talk the talk. Their generosity has helped in part make this website a continued success. ~~~~~~~~~~ - Jon Bergman - - Bob Azzaro - - Kris Lounsbury - - Margaret Mary Leahy - - Fran Ley - -Mike Binius- ~~~~~~~~~~ A telling postcard from Chicago, circa 1908 This personal non-profit site was made strictly for your enjoyment and mine. It took me many years and money out of my own pocket to make. I do not have an agenda claiming that I own Al Capone, nor am I peddling any book. I do not associate myself with any author, writer, Capone relative, any supposed Capone relative or other Capone website, unless it's specified here, or if their book, site or name appears here. Some people related or not claim this subject for fame and glory, some do it for the money, some for both. For me, it's merely about the fascination of the era.This educational website's aim is strictly about telling a historically untwisted, unbiased and correct version (at least as close as humanly possible) of Al Capone and the roaring twenties. Through this process, I wanted to share it with all true history buffs out there, whether experienced or novice. Nothing more, nothing less! This site and I have proudly helped countless students across the U.S. with their National History Day projects on Al Capone. I personally take the time to answer their questions. Please sign the museum guestbook If after your visit you liked what you saw, then please take the time to sign the guestbook by clicking on Capone's fountain pen below. It's really appreciated by me, and by those who contribute to this site! (Historians, buffs, site donors and relatives of these bios and artifacts). Welcome to my personal homepage. Welcome to My Al Capone Museum web site. In the past 29 years, I have collected items belonging to and dealing with the Granddaddy of all American gangsters, Alphonse Capone. My fascination with Capone started out with Robert De Niro's outstanding perfomance as the eminent Chicago underworld king. My curiosity was peaked. I wanted to know more about Al Capone and his era. I immediately began my search and soon found out that the facts were far more exciting than any of Hollywood's made up fiction. Al Capone was a multi-faceted man. He could be kind, vicious, loyal and quick with a joke. I must say outright that he was a gangster and a criminal. I do not endorse his way of life by any means, but I will admit that I am fascinated with his staying power (still popular 86 years after his era and 69 years after his death)! This non profit website was made to educate and satisfy various people interested in this particular era of history. People from all walks of life visit and enjoy these pages. It all started with a single web page and then quickly snowballed into what you see today. After coaxing by some media people,(they almost had to twist my arm, literally!) I finally gave in and appeared on History channel T.V. documentary, participated in some newspaper and television news stories for my Capone research / collection. Click through to let me share the past and some of my collection with you. Enjoy! Sincerely, Mario Gomes Mario Gomes can be contacted at Alcaponemuseum@gmail.com “The older I get, the more I realize that the light you think you’re radiating is not the light other people see when they look at you. I wonder how Al Capone felt about himself as he looked in the mirror in the privacy of his own bathroom. I’m sure he thought of himself as a very human guy.” - Hollywood Legendary Actor Paul Newman, 1989. Some website reviews The following kind blurbs were really appreciated. It makes the long nights spent working on this site all worthwhile. For a rich collection of (often exclusive) pictures, facts and photos of artifacts—the result of a lifetime's unceasing and meticulous research into even the minutia of Capone and those somehow connected to him—we recommend the Web site of Mario Gomes. Inexhaustible research with great results. Mr. Gomes has done a splendid job and is, indeed, a Capone-aholic! Robert J. Schoenberg, author of Mr. Capone I recently acquired a historical Chicago mob-related artifact. Having referenced Mario’s comprehensive website many times in the past, I was hoping he could help further authenticate it for me. After providing a number of images of the item and corresponding documentation, Mario thoroughly examined the materials and concluded that it was indeed the real deal. Based on his expertise and knowledge, Mario outlined a detailed step-by-step explanation as to how he came to his conclusion. Mario was quick to respond to my inquiry, answered all of my questions and was courteous throughout the process. Needless to say, it set my mind at ease to know that one of the leading authorities in the field confirmed its authenticity. Thanks again. Mike Binius "My Metal Band just finished our newest album and it's all based on Early Gangland Chicago. Your site was a one stop shop for all the great old info. Thanks. I'll thank you on the album." Steve - THESE ARE THEY - CHICAGO DEATH METAL SUPREME! "After doing months and months of research on Capone's life for my one man show; King of the City; an evening with Al Capone, I discovered Mario's site and was blown away. The info on Al, his collegues, the pictures, facts and items, etc. are amazing. This is the Bible of the Underworld! " Robert Gallo, Hollywood Actor, Starred in the mob drama "Street Boss" and co-starred with Talia Shire in a comedy called "The Deported". Has appeared on many television shows such as Becker, The Ex- files, NYPD Blue, ER, Lois and Clark, Cagney and Lacey, The A-Team, St . Elsewhere, Falcon crest etc.. "The Al Capone Museum is an important biographical archive which chronicles the life of Al Capone. It offers a fascinating slice of useful social and cultural history that Al Capone helped define. The magic of this on-line resource is that the history is presented not only through narratives and photographs; but emerges as a vibrant archive containing personal artifacts to help bring this history to life. Mario Gomes knows the territory and is the definitive source on Capone. I highly recommend Mario's website to both the serious and casual researcher." Michael Esslinger author of the book Alcatraz: A Definitive History of the Penitentiary Years "Love your site". Matt Lee, Editor - in- Chief ,The Men's book / Modern Luxury magazines "I thought I knew quite a bit about Chicago’s Prohibition Era mobsters -- until I encountered Mario Gomes. His knowledge of the period must exceed that of any person living, and his memory for details is rivaled only by his research capabilities. He should have been the keeper of Al Capone’s personal memoirs, except that we’d probably have lost him to Frank Nitti’s purge of old Outfit loyalists, or to some vengeful remnant of the North Side gang." William J. Helmer, author of The Gun That Made The Twenties Roar,The St. Valentine's Day Massacre, Madman In The Tower. coauthor of Public Enemies; America's Criminal Past 1919-1940 ,The Complete Public Enemy Almanac,Baby Face Nelson,John Dillinger The Untold Story,The Quotable Capone. Mario Gomes has provided the interested reader an invaluable and exhaustive gold mine of information on the gangster era. It is the straight story, correcting misinformation and providing a wealth of new information. This is the source for anyone looking for facts on the famous gangsters! Jim Ridings, author of "Len Small, Governors And Gangsters." "No man alive knows Al Capone better than Mario Gomes. His aid to me has been incalculable and his Al Capone Museum website is the product of years of dedicated research and a tremendous ongoing crusade for both detail and accuracy. One could read every Capone biography to date and still not attain Mario's massive expertise on Capone and Twenties Chicago. This site blazes like a Tommygun." The late and great Rick Mattix, co-author of The Complete Public Enemies Almanac "The internet's oldest and strongest Capone site. Mario has been interested in Capone and Chicago gangland history since 1987 (and it shows)! He's talked to all the historians and researchers, as well as some knowledgeable family members, to find out what there is to find out about the man and his times." John Binder, Chicago Gangland historian and author of The Chicago Oufit. "Highly recommended for the serious researcher or the casual reader, Mario's My Al Capone Museum is a clear oasis of fact amongst a plethora of websites that often blur real Capone and Chicago Prohibition gang history with the usual hand-me-down legends and myths. Arguably among the most knowledgeable persons of the era, Mario is the real deal! Stay here or else..." Mars Eghigian Jr., author of After Capone: The Real Untold Life and World of Chicago Mob Boss Frank 'the Enforcer" Nitti. "If this was Prohibition Era Chicago, Mario Gomes would be bumped off for knowing too much. When it comes to Al Capone & the golden age of Chicago gangland; if Mario doesn't know about it, it didn't happen." Patrick Downey, author of Gangster City : The History of the New York Underworld 1900-1935 "Mario Gomes has given us an encyclopaedic treatment of the Chicago gangster. Packed with unique photos, personal anecdotes, and information collected from official sources, this website presents current and future researchers of Chicago's gangster past with all they need, whether it's to write a book report... or even a book!" Rose Keefe, Author of Guns and Roses: the Untold Story of Dean O’Banion, Chicago’s Big Shot Before Al Capone , The Man Who Got Away: The George ‘Bugs Moran Story and The Starker: Big Jack Zelig, the Becker-Rosenthal Case, and the Advent of the Jewish Gangster "Great Website you have." Chuck Goudie, Chicago's ABC 7 Investigative reporter.