Hispanic Heritage Month initially began as a weeklong celebration in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson. In 1988 President Ronald Reagan extended the week to a full 31 days — through Oct. 15 — keeping the Sept.
In 1976, in response to an effort by many to gain a day of recognition for the great influence Native Americans have had upon the United States, Congress designated a week of October to celebrate Native American Awareness Week.
Beginning in 1910, March 8 became annually observed as International Women's Day. March 8 was choosen to commemorate 2 events. On March 8, 1857, female textile workers in New York City marched in protest of unfair working condition
The roots of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month can be traced back to 1976, when Jeanie Jew, president of the Organization of Chinese American Women, contacted government officials in response to the lack of Asian Pacific represent
