GAAR proudly supports Hispanic Heritage Month as a celebration of the rich cultural contributions and diversity that strengthen both Albuquerque and the state of New Mexico.

By honoring the heritage, history, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino individuals, GAAR reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusion, equity, and opportunity in the real estate profession and throughout our vibrant communities. Recognizing the influence of this community helps promote a more inclusive environment for all in Albuquerque and across New Mexico.

Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15th - October 15th

Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 because it coincides with the independence days of several Latin American countries:

• Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua: These countries celebrate their independence on September 15
• Mexico: Celebrates its independence on September 16
• Chile: Celebrates its independence on September 18  

Hispanic Heritage Month began as a week-long celebration in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan expanded the celebration to a 30-day period, which was enacted into law on August 17, 1988. The month-long celebration gives more time to recognize the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans in the United States.

 Albuquerque Events During Hispanic Heritage Month

• First Unitarian Church's “Mujeres del Río y el Viento / Women from the River and the Wind”: Opens Sunday, September 7th  - This photography and oral history exhibition, created by artist-photographer and church member Cecilia Portal, will display the photographic portraits and oral histories of New Mexican and Mexican women from both sides of the Rio Grande.
• City of Albuquerque Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off: September 12th, Old Town Plaza
• National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation's Maravilla Gala 2025: Saturday, September 13th at the Clyde Hotel
• Mexican Independence Day Celebration (Mexican Consulate and National Hispanic Cultural Center): Monday, September 15th at NHCC
• Corrales Historical Society Speaker Series - Ronn Perea - "How You Can Get Your Kicks on Route 66":   Old Church located at 966 Old Church Road, Corrales
• Heart of Corrales Fiesta Harvest Festival: September 27-28th, Casa San Ysidro
• The Albuquerque Folk Festival: September 28th, National Hispanic Cultural Center
• Día de los Muertos Ofrendas Comunitarias exhibit: October 5th - November 9th, Gutiérrez-Hubbell House
• Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Heritage Awards: October 18th, Crowne Plaza
• ABQ Ciqlovia  Street Festival: October 19th, International District
• South Valley Marigold Procession & Celebration: Sunday, November 2nd

This blog is presented by the ABCD Committee