Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic decorations, such as picadillo de papel, flores, and maracas. Text: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at San Jose Public Library.
Hispanic decorations, such as picadillo de papel, flores, and maracas. Text: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at San Jose Public Library.

Celebrate More Than Just a Legacy

Join free events and programs for the entire family.

Featured Programs

Hispanic Heritage Month Events

Top Must-Read Titles

Explore rich cultures and histories in English and Spanish.

Physical and digital titles

Reading Lists

Uncover Local History

Learn more with SJPL's California Room archival collections.

eResources to Explore

Bernal Research Files

Materials on the history of Rancho Santa Teresa and Santa Clara County pioneers, with an emphasis on the Bernal family.

Pueblo of San Jose 1841-1850

This collection includes documents about the Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe and its adjacent mission, Santa Clara de Asis, 1841 - 1850.

eResources Available in Spanish

Our eResources are available for all of our community members.

eResources to Explore

MakeMake

Spanish language interactive picture books, comics, novels, and poetry for children and teens. Also includes access to virtual events.

LearningExpress Library: Recursos Para Hispanohablantes

Apoya a aquellos que buscan mejorar sus habilidades de lectoescritura y matemáticas; obtener un diploma equivalente a la escuela secundaria.

Britannica Escolar

Britannica Escolar es una enciclopedia en dos partes con portales para estudiantes de primaria y secundaria.

What Hispanic Heritage Means to our Staff

Enjoy these blogs created by SJPL staff.

Blogs

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