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NewsNational Hispanic Heritage Month
This celebration begins Wednesday and will run through October 15, giving the United States an opportunity to recognize and celebrate members of our communities and their ancestors who hail from Mexico, parts of the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Spain.
Rather than starting at the beginning of September, Hispanic Heritage Month takes place over 30 days starting on the 15th - a nod to the anniversaries of national independence for a number of Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua all recognize September 15 as the date of their independence, while Mexico's independence is celebrated September 16 and Chile celebrates its independence September 18.
Resources
- What's in a Name? NPR deals with the reason for the name National Hispanic Month. Controversial, at best.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month A list of activities throughout the month, including kid's activities, concerts, and literature, as well as additional links to various activities.
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Smithsonian Online Events Vibrant performances, lectures, and family activities that celebrate our nation's rich cultural heritage and help us understand our shared history.
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