History and Dates
This U.S. president first established Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968.
Who is Lyndon B. Johnson?
She was the first Latina Supreme Court Justice.
Who is Sonia Sotomayor?
Venezuela is famous for this cornmeal-based dish, often stuffed with cheese, meat, or beans.
What are arepas?
This upbeat dance and music style originated in Cuba and is now popular worldwide.
What is salsa?
This country is home to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is Peru?
In 1988, this president expanded it to a month-long celebration.
Who is Ronald Reagan?
This labor leader co-founded the United Farm Workers and fought for farmworkers' rights.
Who is César Chávez?
This Mexican dish is wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed.
What are tamales?
This genre from the Dominican Republic features fast guitar rhythms and romantic lyrics.
What is bachata?
What is English?
Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 to coincide with independence days of these five Central American countries.
What are Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua?
Known as the "Queen of Tejano Music," she rains a cultural icon decades after her passing.
Who is Selena Quintanilla?
Pupusas, thick stuffed tortillas, are the national dish of this country.
What is El Salvador?
Known for its cowboy-style suits and violins, this traditional Mexican music often features trumpets.
What is mariachi?
The U.S. has more Spanish speakers than this European country.
What is Spain
Mexico celebrates its Independence Day on this date.
What is September 16?
This Puerto Rican playwright and actor created Hamilton and In the Heights.
Who is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
A quinceañera is a traditional celebration for this milestone birthday.
What is a girl's 15th birthday?
This Puerto Rican star became Spotify's most-streamed artist worldwide multiple years in a row.
Who is Bad Bunny?
This waterfall in Venezuela is the tallest in the world.
What is Angel Falls?
Hispanic Heritage Month runs through this date in October.
What is October 15?
She was the first Hispanic woman to travel into space.
Who is Ellen Ochoa?
This sweet drink made with rice, cinnamon, and milk is popular across Latin America.
What is horchata?
Reggaetón, a blend of hip-hop and Latin rhythms, began in this Caribbean island.
What is Puerto Rico?
Over this many million Hispanics live in the U.S., making up about 19% of the population.