On This Day: National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is the period from September 15 to October 15 in the United States, when people recognize the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States and celebrate the group's heritage and culture. Observation of this week began in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson. It was expanded by President Ronald Reagan and enacted into law on August 17, 1988. View a series of video clips looking at key historical landmarks, organizations, and the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.