[- September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month -]
The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.
[- Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor -]
On Aug. 8, 2009, Sonia Sotomayor was sworn in as the 111th justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Her appointment marks the first time a Hispanic American has served on the Court, as well as being only the third woman to occupy a seat.
[- The Latino Virtual Gallery -]
The Latino Virtual Gallery approaches Latino/a contributions to America's history, arts and culture from a Latino/a perspective. It provides a dynamic interactive space for both the creators of the exhibitions and the Internet visitors. Its intent is to provide unique experiences, transmit emotions, and provoke reflection.
[- The Art of Power: Royal Armor and Portraits from Imperial Spain -]
For the first time in history, Spanish armor from the celebrated Royal Armory in Madrid is paired with portraits of rulers wearing the same armor. View some 75 works, including full suits of armor, helmets, shields, and equestrian armor. National Gallery of Art is the only venue-worldwide. On view in the West Building through November 1. Audio tour available at entrance to exhibition.
[- Spanish Colonial Research Center -]
As a way of recognizing our Spanish colonial past in the area of present-day United States the National Park Service established the Spanish Colonial Research Center in 1986 as a partnership with the University of New Mexico to preserve Hispanic culture.
[- Hispanic American Veterans -]
Asked to serve their country in time of war, Hispanic Americans displayed courage and valor in the face of adversity. Familiar with discrimination back home, many saw their service as affirming the ideals of democracy. In this presentation, the Veterans History Project recounts their inspirational stories.
[- Teaching Hispanic Heritage -]
Put the power of primary sources to work in the classroom. Browse lesson plans, student activities, collection guides and research aids from:
[- 2009 Theme -]
[- Event Highlights -]
- Sept 2 - Oct 29
“The Art of Power: Royal Armor and Portraits from Imperial Spain” and “Slashing the Enemy: Battle Representations on Tapestries” Available in both English and Spanish
(National Gallery of Art) -
September 12
Family Day
Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
(Smithsonian Institution – National Portrait Gallery) -
September 17
Keynote Address
Cresencio "Cris" Arcos, former United States ambassador to Honduras
(Library of Congress) -
September 24
Onstage Conversation
Rubén Blades—In His Own Words
(Smithsonian Institution – National Museum of American History) -
September 25
Concert
Brazilian Guitar Quartet
(National Gallery of Art) -
Lecture
Cross-Cultural Communications: U.S. Writers Translating Hispanic Writers
Speakers: Lori Carlson, Steven White, Catherine Mayo, Luis Alberto Ambroggio, Georgette Dorn
(Library of Congress) -
September 26
Lecture
Production and Propaganda—Colonial Art from the Spanish Caribbean, Panama, and Peru
(Smithsonian Institution – Donald W. Reynold’s Center for American Art and Portraiture) -
Closing Keynote Address
Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Arizona)
(Library of Congress) -
September 27
Films
"El Perro Negro: Stories from the Spanish Civil War" preceded by "Guernica"
(National Gallery of Art) -
September 30
Panel Discussion
Mendez v. Westminster: For All The Children/Para Todos los Ninos
(National Archives)