Hanshaw Middle School Library

Hispanic History Resources

National Hispanic Heritage Month - LOC

Latino HistoryLatino history is American history. Latinos trace their origins to Latin America and other Spanish colonies, both in the Caribbean and in the contemporary United States. These groups include, but are not limited to, Indigenous, Mestizos, Afro-Latinos, and other mixed-race people. Currently representing the largest ethnic minority in the country, Latinos have participated in the creation and growth of this nation well before it was named the United States. Complex stories of colonization, immigration, and slavery make Latino history an infinite source for inquiry and knowledge. Explore many complex Latino narratives through our exhibits, collections, archives, programs, and blogs.Visit the Program in Latino History and Culture website to learn about the Museum’s efforts to support and expand Latino scholarship. Object groupsSpanish language broadcastingPodcastsAl Cine Vámonos - Braceros (November 14, 2016)Pedro Pan (August 31, 2016)Diosa Costello (August 16, 2016)VideosA Conversation with John Leguizamo (December 6, 2018)Latinas Talk Latinas | Latinas hablan de LatinasThis series introduces you to the lives of 10 Latinas, as told by curators, scientists, and educators across the Smithsonian. Esta serie presenta las vidas de 10 latinas contadas por curadoras, científicas y educadoras del Smithsonian. StoriesThe Spirit of Latina/o Giving from the Shadows of War

Latino, Hispanic, Latinx, Chicano: The History Behind the TermsThe effort to coin a term to describe a wildly diverse group of Americans has long stirred controversy.

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