Updated: September 1, 2024
“Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community.”
Beginning in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was originally observed as “Hispanic Heritage Week” under President Lyndon Johnson, but it was later extended to a month during President Ronald Reagan’s term in 1988. – White House Hispanic Prosperity Initiative
50+ Influential Latina Women – Parade
13 Hispanic Women Who Changed the World – Reader’s Digest
Pioneering Latinas Who Made Important Contributions to US History – Remezcla
7 Exceptional Hispanic Women – Women at the Frontier
15 Famous Latinos Who Will Inspire Your Kids – Parents Latina Magazine
Biography.com
How Sonia Sotomayor Overcame Adversity to Become the United States’ First Hispanic and Latina Justice
14 Hispanic Women Who Are Pioneers in their Field
Hispanic-Latinx Milestones – History.com
Latino-Americans Timeline – PBS
Key facts about U.S. Latinos for National Hispanic Heritage Month – Pew Research Center
The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. For virtual and in-person events, visit: hispanicheritagemonth.gov
A Proclamation on National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2023 – The White House
6 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month – Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 – Office of Minority Health: US Department of Health & Human Services
Hispanic Heritage Month – Office of Minority Health: US Department of Health & Human Services
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month My Voice/Mi Voz Winner with the Instagram Community (short video) – Hispanic Heritage Foundation
How Latinos/Latinas/Latinx people became Hispanic – National Public Radio (NPR)
15 Fun Hispanic Heritage Month Facts – Good Housekeeping
Hispanic Heritage Month – National Museum of the American Latino
National Hispanic Heritage Month Resources – Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino
Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month Events – New York Public Library
Lincoln Center Presents – Upcoming Events – Lincoln Center
Amor and Heritage | Traditional Dance Company
Terraza 7
2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibit – The Empire State Plaza & New York State Capitol
Hispanic Heritage Celebration featuring Alex Bueno – The Empire State Plaza & New York State Capitol
La Casita presents WEIRD Barrio, the art of Manuel Matías, Commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 – Syracuse University
Books for Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month – Penguin Random House
Happy Latinx + Hispanic Heritage Month! – Astra Publishing House
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Colorful Hispanic Day Parade Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month…New York Style – NYC Parade Life
La Marqueta Retoña – New York City Tourism + Conventions
NYC Gears Up for the Inaugural NY Latin Food Fest: A Weekend of Bold Flavors, Beats & Culture – I LOVE NY
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration – New York City Department of Parks & Recreation
EL MUSEO DEL BARRIO
The Hispanic Society of America
Ballet Hispánico of New York
Film Works Alfresco at the Hispanic Society Museum and Library – Inwood Art Works
Hispanic /Latine Heritage – The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Hispanic Heritage in New York – NYC- ARTS
Hispanic Heritage Month – Smithsonian
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