US Marks Hispanic Heritage Month With Arts, Support

Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15) is being marked across the U.S. with local events and initiatives that celebrate Latino culture and provide practical support. Community leaders such as Mari Ramos of the Idaho Hispanic Foundation are sharing immigrant experiences and advocacy, while arts organizations — including Houston’s Art in the Heart and performances like Papo y Son Mandao — are using culture to connect generations. Small-business promotion efforts such as Yelp’s “Hecho in Richmond” and community markets like St. Paul’s El Burrito Mercado are spotlighting Hispanic-owned enterprises. Civic and service-focused programs include Indiana’s Latino Expo offering virtual resources and an Access Leadership program, Montgomery County’s bilingual proclamations and immigrant advocacy, and Arkansas State University’s cultural and educational activities. Together these efforts emphasize cultural celebration, leadership development and access to health, education and legal services amid ongoing immigration tensions.