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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15, 2025

Every fall, from September 15 to October 15, the U.S. celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month—a time to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of people with roots in 19 different countries which are as diverse as their cultures. These include Puerto Rico and 18 Spanish-speaking nations of Latin America: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

For youth, this month is more than just history lessons or cultural events. It’s about identity, pride, and visibility. It’s a chance to see a variety of culture represented, share our stories, and feel connected to a larger community.

Girl Scouts can earn the ¡Yo soy una Girl Scout! Fun Patch by completing culturally relevant activities (included in the activity sheet in English or in Spanish) that honor the heritage and contributions of Hispanic communities. One of the best ways to celebrate is to look up to Hispanic and Latine role models who inspire you—whether they’re activists, athletes, scientists, or artists. Follow them on social media, learn their stories, and share what you discover with your friends or troop. See below for more resources to dive into Latine and Hispanic American stories, discoveries, art, history, and more.

Ways to Celebrate:

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Latin Music and Food Fest | Chaska, MN – Sept 12

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Chaska, Minnesota! Enjoy a night of dancing, dining, and drinks in a family-friendly environment! The event is free to attend and open to the public. Learn more

Latinofest | Brooklyn Park, MN – Sept 13

This free event offers live music and salsa dancing from Salsa del Soul, cultural performances, art activities and community resources. More information

Hispanic Heritage Festival | Red Wing, MN – Sept 13

A famiy-friendly celebration with live performances, games, piñata breaking, delicious food, crafts, educational opportunities y más! Learn more

CLUES Fiesta Latina | St. Paul, MN – Sept 13

This event is a powerful reminder of the strength, beauty, and resilience of Minnesota’s Latino communities. It’s also a space where families connect to resources, artists and small businesses thrive, and cultural pride takes center stage. More information

Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island

Explore 16 vibrant, large-scale Alebrije sculptures to the heart of St.Paul in a stunning outdoor exhibit celebrating Mexican folk art, culture, and imagination. More information

CLUES Latino Art Gallery

Located on the east side of St. Paul, the Latino Art Gallery hosted by CLUES is the only year-round nonprofit Latino-focused art gallery in the state of Minnesota. Learn more and plan your visit

Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia)

José María Velasco: A View of Mexico is a free exhibition that celebrates one of the greatest 19th-century landscape painters in the Americas. The exhibition showcases paintings coming from renowned museums in Mexico and the Czech Republic. More info from Mia

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Read a Book about Hispanic/Latine Americans

Tíos and Primos | by Jacqueline Alcántara
A girl visits family in Honduras and, despite language barriers, learns that love and laughter connect them.

Areli Is a Dreamer | by Areli Morales, illustrated by Luisa Uribe
A true story of a young immigrant from Mexico finding courage and belonging in her new home.

Mice and Beans | by Pam Muñoz Ryan, illustrated by Joe Cepeda
A grandmother prepares for a party while helpful mice secretly save the day.

Islandborn | by Junot Díaz, illustrated by Leo Espinosa
Lola rediscovers her Dominican heritage through the memories of her family and neighbors.

Alma and How She Got Her Name | by Juana Martinez-Neal
Alma learns the family history behind her Peruvian name and feels proud of who she is.

Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa | by Veronica Chambers, illustrated by Julie Maren
The life of Celia Cruz, Cuba’s “Queen of Salsa,” told with vibrant rhythm and joy.

Find these as e-books and audiobooks online or visit your local library!

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Take a Virtual Tour

Explore the National Museum of the American Latino (Online) by The Smithsonian. Did you know Latinas and Latinos have made history in baseball as players, broadcasters, and even team owners? Check out the Smithsonian’s online museum to discover more about these trailblazers—plus explore Latino art, food, culture, and so much more.

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Watch Movies and Documentaries That Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

American Historia

This series explores Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions to American history, delving into both well-known and lesser-known stories. Watch on PBS

Coco

A vibrant tale of family, fun and adventure, aspiring young musician named Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) embarks on an extraordinary journey to the magical land of his ancestors. Available on Disney

Dora the Explorer

A long-running show that teaches lessons in adventure and conversational Spanish, explore the series or the new live action film!

Encanto

This delightful film tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Available via Disney

Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors. Watch on PBS

The Latino List

Renowned Latino artists and leaders pose for a series of highly personal video portraits in this documentary. Available on HBO Max

Pachamana

When a sacred statue is taken from his Andean village, a spirited boy who dreams of becoming a shaman goes on a brave mission to get it back. Available on Netflix

SúperEllas

Join Nelly and Lucía, two best friends on a colorful journey through history as they explore the lives of Latinas who changed the world! Watch on Canela.TV Learn more

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Listen to a Podcast

Eat Your Spanish

A musical introduction to Spanish perfect for little ones. Listen and learn more

The Mayan Crystal

This contemporary take on Mayan folklore tells the story of an adventure shared by two sisters. The sisters, the stars of the story, are encouraged to think on their feet and look out for one another, and the bond of family is a central theme in the story. Listen via Gen Z Media

Mija Podcast

Today, stories about immigration, migrants, and borders are all over the news, our feeds, and our conversations. At a time when their voices aren’t being heard, Mija Podcast aims to share their stories to celebrate immigrants and their contributions on an international platform. Listen via Ochenta Studio

GSRV Celebrates Latina Identity

Un Verano entre Girl Scouts

Organized this year by our Latine Employee Resource Group, Girl Scouts River Valleys launched Un Verano entre Girl Scouts—an unforgettable three-day celebration for Latina girls and non-binary youth. The intention was to provide Latina tweens a space for self-care and to be in community with girls who share a similar background. Camp attendees Harumi and Camila shared: “The camp helped me feel happy and proud of being Latina.”

The experience featured mindful movement and meditation, visits from a spoken word artist and a bachata instructor, and delicious shared meals rooted in culture. We came together to celebrate, learn, and grow in a vibrant community.

Girl Scout Changemakers: Julia & Yailen

Get to know Julia Hidalgo-Salazar and Yailen Cazales Roldan, two of our 2025 Changemaker Honorees who were awarded in the categories of Confidence and Courage, respectively, at this year’s Celebrate Changemakers event. See all Celebrate Changemakers Honorees here.

Julia Hidalgo-Salazar

Girl Scout Ambassador

“To me confidence means that you have the power or the self-worth to stand up for yourself and for other people…”

Yailen Cazales Roldan

Girl Scout Amabassador

“Girl Scouts shaped me into a person who is not scared of going out of her way to accomplish something…”

Learn More About the ¡Yo soy una Girl Scout! Fun Patch

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