National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed September 15–October 15 and honors the contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from South and Central America, the Caribbean, Spain and Mexico.
History
Did you know that National Hispanic Heritage Month, opens a new window began as a week-long celebration under President Lyndon B. Johnson? President Ronald Reagan expanded it to a month-long celebration in 1988.
Brazil celebrates its independence day on September 7. September 15 is the anniversary of independence for El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua and Honduras. September 16 is Mexico's independence day and September 18 is Chile's independence day.
Staff Recommendations
For Kids
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- Read aloud a Hispanic heritage-focused picture book, perfect for ages 0-5, or chose a picture book to read in Spanish.
- Read kids books by Latinx authors or explore Hispanic heritage for Kids on OverDrive.
- For elementary and middle school kids, read about influential Hispanic Americans.
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For Teens
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- Hey teens, we hand-picked these young adult novels all about Hispanic Heritage Month and fifteen new Latinx books from 2020 for teens.
- Read teen books by Latinx authors or explore Hispanic heritage for teens on OverDrive.
- Read a Pura Belpre Award-winning book for youth (teens and children).
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For Adults
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- Pick up some novels (and two memoirs!) by Latino authors and find Latinx nonfiction.
- Explore authors translated from Spanish to English or English to Spanish.
- Check out a film in Spanish.
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Instant Gratification
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- Stream a Spanish-language film from Kanopy, opens a new window.
- Teach yourself Spanish using Rosetta Stone Library Solution.
- Find music in Spanish from hoopla.
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Genealogy Resources
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- Visit the Genealogy page for inspiration.
- Browse resources like Ancestry.com and more to trace your family history.
- Start piecing together your family history with these websites to fill out your family tree.
- Not sure where to begin? We can help! Schedule a 30-minute appointment with a librarian.
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Spanish Language Page
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- Head over to the Spanish Language page to discover audiobooks, DVDs and Blu-rays, children's books and much more, all offered in Spanish.
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