Hispanic Heritage Month

Here are some key facts about the nation’s Latino population by geography, and by characteristics like language use and origin group.

The 2019 American Community Survey estimated the U.S. population at 328,239,523. This includes 60,481,746 (about 18.4%) who identified as Hispanic or Latino.

In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, the USPTO is recognizing some Hispanic Americans whose inventions contributed to the nation's social and economic well-being.

Paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.

Since 1988, the U.S. Government has set aside the period from September 15 to October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month to honor the many contributions Hispanic Americans have made and continue to make to the United States of America. Our Teacher's Guide brings together resources created during NEH Summer Seminars and Institutes, lesson plans for K-12 classrooms, and think pieces on events and experiences across Hispanic history and heritage.

A place for educators to explore a variety of lesson plans that center on Hispanic/Latinx culture.

¡PRESENTE! A Latino History of the United States

The history of Mexican Americans has been shaped by the struggle for justice and equal rights, this pathway celebrates songs and genres that emerged as symbols of cultural pride during the Chicano movement and highlights the Chicano community’s important contributions to the American story.

Celebrate Hispanic and Latino heritage