Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15
Dancers in front of Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery for Día de los Muertos festival (2023). Photo by Matailong Du.
We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15 with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcasts. The Smithsonian is building the National Museum of the American Latino to recognize the accomplishments, history, and culture of Latino communities.
Upcoming Events
Resources
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National Museum of the American Latino
Hispanic Heritage Month Resources
Explore the incredible impact Latinas and Latinos have had on the United States for generations. -
National Museum of the American Latino
¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States
Learn how Latinas and Latinos have shaped the nation. -
Virtual Exhibitions
Explore virtual exhibitions and learn more about the many different perspectives of the U.S. Latino experience.
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National Postal Museum
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: People, Places, and Events on Stamps
Discover Hispanic history and heritage in this bilingual online exhibition. -
Smithsonian American Women's History Museum
Stories of Latina Women
Get to know notable Latina women who have made an impact on U.S. history and culture. -
Smithsonian Music
Latin Music Collections
Explore highlights of Latin music collections at the Smithsonian. -
National Museum of American History
Suit up! Honoring Latino Heritage on the Field
For some teams, uniforms offer a chance to proudly proclaim their cultural heritage and represent their community. -
Latino Art and Artists
Smithsonian collections reflect the rich diversity of Latino art and artists.
Podcast Episodes
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Sidedoor Podcast
Cheech Marin Gets Artsy
Marin is our guide to the wildly creative and ingenious world of rasquachismo.
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Sidedoor Podcast
The Goddess of Broadway
The first Puerto Rican performer to tread the boards on Broadway, Diosa Costello was fearless, funny, and brimming with talent.
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Yes She Did!
A conversation with grassroots organizer Dolores Huerta featured in the National Portrait Gallery's podcast, Portraits.