After 20 years of observing Hispanic Heritage Week in the United States, in 1988, President Ronald Reagan extended the observance to a month from September 15 to October 15 every year. It is a time to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of the American Latino community. September 15 is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence on September 16 and 18, respectively.
Whether it's a day out or a lesson in the classroom - we've aggregated resources below to help you uplift, celebrate and deepen your knowledge and understanding of Hispanic heritage!
LACOE Board Resolution
- Resources
- Books
- Events
The Experiment
Smithsonian
National Education Association
Teacher Vision
Spanish Mama
NPR
Learning for Justice
- Unmaking “Hispanic”: Teaching the Creation of Hispanic Identity
- Honoring LGBTQ Voices During Hispanic Heritage Month
Remezcla
- Herstory: 11 Haitian Women to Celebrate During Hispanic Heritage Month
- 8 Pioneering Latinas Who Made Important Contribution to US History
BackStory, UCLA, and Good Docs
HipLatina
Natural Resources Defense Council
The Nation
KCET/PBS
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Books Highlighted:
- Solito by: Javier Zamora
- Our America: A Hispanic History of the United States by: Felipe Fernandez- Armesto
- Undocumented by: Dan-el Padilla Peralta
- Bless me, Ultima by: Rudolfo Anaya
- A Nation of Women by: Luisa Capetillo
- Vanishing Maps by: Cristina Garcia
- Enrique’s Journey by: Sonia Nazario
Events:
- Visit the L.A. County website for Hispanic Heritage Events
Places to Visit
- Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach, California
- Free - children under 12 yrs old
- $10 - Students with a valid ID
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Free Admission to Museum, LA Plaza Tienda and LA Plaza Cocina
