Hispanic Heritage Month: Library Resource Guide

Welcome to our library's curated collection of resources celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This guide highlights digital resources, exhibitions, and materials that honor the rich cultural contributions, history, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Why These Dates?

Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15, which marks the independence anniversary for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexico, Chile, and Belize celebrate their independence days on September 16, 18, and 21, respectively.

National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. During this month and throughout the year, the National Park Service and our partners, share history, heritage, and accomplishments of Hispanic and Latino Americans of past and present (Library of Congress National Hispanic Heritage Month).

To learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month visit the National Hispanic Heritage Month website.

Please use the navigation tabs to the left or click on the links below to get started.

To learn more about the criminalization of the Zoot Suit culture, watch the full 52-minute documentary from PBS.