Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. What began in 1968 as a weeklong observance under President Lyndon Johnson grew into a month-long celebration in 1988, thanks in part to the efforts of U.S. Representative Esteban Torres.
This month is a time to celebrate the vibrant heritage, culture, and many contributions of the Hispanic community. From music and theater to sports, politics, and science, Latino voices have enriched—and continue to enrich—our lives and our nation in countless ways.
Join us in celebrating this special month with great TV and radio programming, engaging content, fun kids’ activities, and more!
Watch Thursday, Sept. 18 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Season 2 begins as Alberto returns from his honeymoon with Cristina, only to discover that his scheming brother-in-law, Enrique, has unexpectedly seized control of Velvet. From Walter Presents, in Spanish with English subtitles.
VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos (Three-Part Series)
Watch Saturday, Sept. 20 at 9 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Join actor John Leguizamo on a quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and shine a light on their often overlooked contributions, exploring both famous and forgotten stories from Latino history.
Watch Friday, Sept. 26 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Join the Hispanic Heritage Foundation as it celebrates Latino history and culture
and inducts the newest class of Hispanic Heritage Award honorees, featuring performances by some of the biggest names in Latin music.
Finding Your Roots: Latin Roots
Watch Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Henry Louis Gates Jr. traces the family trees of musician Rubén Blades and journalist Natalie Morales, uncovering stories from across Latin America. Along the way, both guests discover long-hidden secrets their ancestors tried to keep buried.
American Masters: A Song for César
Watch Saturday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Explore the remarkable life and enduring legacy of César Chávez, the influential civil rights activist and labor leader who used music to unite and inspire workers during the United Farm Workers’ historic fight for better conditions..
Watch Saturday, Oct. 11 at 9:30 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Meet Bordertown best friends Silvia and Beba as they make the most of one final summer together while facing uncertain
futures. This coming-of-age story celebrates the power of friendship and joy as acts of survival and resistance.
American Masters: Lights, Camera, Acción
Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez, highlighting how music and the arts were instrumental to the success of the social movement he helped found.
PBS Short Film Festival 2024: El Paisa
After being rescued by a charismatic vaquero on the streets of East L.A., gay goth skater Fernando must put an end to closeted young love, leading to personal transformation and a newfound connection to familia.
American Masters: Jovita Idar—Mexican American Activist and Journalist
Jovita Idar (1885-1946) helped organize the first Mexican American civil rights conference in 1911 to address racism, lynching, and dismal educational opportunities for Mexican American children.
VOCES: Sabor Artico—Latinos en Alaska
Latinos face unique challenges in the Arctic environment where things can be extreme, remote, and sometimes inaccessible. “Sabor Ártico: Latinos En Alaska,” a short documentary, introduces viewers to a growing population of Latinos in Alaska through poignant interviews that give insight on the importance of food and culture in adapting to the Arctic environment and in forging their identity.
Rita Paniagua is your host as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Classical Music. From familiar works by Piazzolla to Villa-Lobos to new pieces from Argentina to Puerto Rico, we share the stories of culture and music. Presented in Spanish and English.
Join us on October 1 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on WCNY Classic FM, 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Community FM, and 7 p.m. on Pulso Central.
Think it Through with Alma’s Way (Grades Pre-K-2)
This sub-collection from “Relish” includes episodes that feature dishes inspired by Latin American heritage, including recipes from Guatemala, Yucatán, and Mexico.
Learn the Origins of Hispanic American Heritage Month (Grades 3-12)
There are about 54 million Hispanics and Latinos in the United States. That’s a lot of people to celebrate! Across the country, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated with festivals and community events recognizing the contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in the United States.
Learn About Civil Rights Activist Jovita Idar (Grades 6-12)
Learn about the struggles and successes Rita Moreno and other Latino actors encountered in Hollywood, and explore concepts of representation, stereotypes, and appropriation in media.
Explore Latinx Contributions to the National Parks (Grades 6-12)
George Melendez Wright, a pioneer in wildlife preservation, and Juan Lujan, a member of the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), contributed to a long and meaningful legacy of latinx leaders in national parks. Melendez Wright spoke out about the human treatment of animals in nature, while Lujan found meaning and identity in his work in national parks via the CCC.
