Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month/Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
"The Latina in me is an ember that blazes forever." — Sonia Sotomayer
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the achievements of Hispanics and their many contributions to our country and community. WATCH CDC celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting the Hispanic community's struggles, talent, creativity, wisdom, and accomplishments.
En celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, honramos los logros de los hispanos y sus muchas contribuciones a nuestro país y comunidad. WATCH CDC celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana destacando las luchas, el talento, la creatividad, la sabiduría y los logros de la comunidad hispana.
Events in Boston
Cine Afro Latino
- Date: September 19, 2024, 7:00 PM
- Location: Civic Pavilion, Boston
- Cost: Free
- Details: Celebrate Afro-Latino heritage with a film screening that explores Puerto Rico’s Loíza and its rich cultural roots. Films include Santiago de las Mujeres and ART21 by Daniel Lind-Ramos.
- Link: Register here
Hispanic Heritage Breakfast
- Date: September 20, 2024, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM
- Location: Boston Park Plaza Hotel, 50 Park Plaza, Boston
- Cost: Check for ticket availability
- Details: A major networking event for Latino professionals featuring keynote speakers, awards, and over 500 attendees from top corporate and public institutions. A must-attend for early career professionals.
- Link: Buy tickets
Latinx Heritage Night at the Museum of Fine Arts
- Date: September 26, 2024, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave, Boston
- Cost: $5 minimum after 5 PM
- Details: A night filled with live music, art exhibitions, and cultural talks. Enjoy performances by Puerto Rican musicians, gallery tours, and opportunities to engage with Latinx artists.
- Link: More information
Saborcito at The Anchor
- Dates: Every Monday, 6:00 PM
- Location: The Anchor, Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston
- Cost: Free
- Details: Your friends at Sabor Latino, Salsa y Control and DJ Hernan bring fun free Dance class: Saborcito at The Anchor. Saborcito At the Anchor is a dance class/ dance party hosted at the beautiful Anchor Boston.
- Link: Event details
East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival
- Date: September 21, 2024, 1PM
- Location: East Boston Memorial Park, 143 Porter St.Boston, MA 02128
- Cost: Free
- Details: This event brings together local musicians, dancers, and businesses to highlight the strength of our community and celebrate the beauty of Latin American cultures.
- Link: More information
Learn more- stay connected!
Read
- Solito by Javier Zamora
- Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan
- Trejo: My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood by Danny Trejo, Donal Logue
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Mexican Gothic by Moreno-Garcia, Silvia
- Latino History at the National Museum of the American Latino
Watch
- Bajo La Misma Luna (Under The Same Moon) (Youtube)
- Gotta Kick It Up! (Disney+)
- Selena (Youtube)
- Real Women Have Curves (Max)
- Coco (Disney+)
- Stand and Deliver (Youtube)
Listen
- The Latin American History Podcast with Max Serjeant
- 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month Playlist (Spotify)
