Latinx People

Portrait of Sylvia Rivera, pioneering LGBTQ+ and trans rights activist
Sylvia Rivera: Pioneering Latina Transgender Activist for LGBTQ+ Rights
Drawing of María Remedios del Valle, the “Mother of the Homeland,” Afro-Argentine icon of independence and resilience.
María Remedios del Valle: Afro-Argentine Heroine of Independence
Casilda Luna, celebrated Dominican activist, honored for decades of grassroots organizing and civil rights advocacy.

Casilda Luna: Abuelita of the Community and Champion for Washington D.C.’s Latinx Population

Casilda Luna, a dedicated community organizer in Washington, D.C., significantly influenced the city's Latinx and Afro-Latinx communities through her unwavering advocacy and leadership. Born in 1926 in Sánchez, Dominican Republic, Luna emigrated…
Claudia Sheinbaum, key figure in progressive politics and sustainability in Latin America.
Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico’s First Female President and Environmental Advocate
Vintage "No Dogs Allowed" sign, reflecting discriminatory practices in historical U.S. parks and businesses.
“No Dogs or Mexicans Allowed”: A Stark Reminder of Historical Discrimination Against Mexican-Americans

Arts & Visual

Ramón Valdiosera, Mexican designer credited with coining "Mexican pink" in fashion and art.
Ramón Valdiosera and the Birth of Rosa Mexicano: A Symbol of Mexican Identity
Gloria Estefan’s mother, remembered for her role in Cuban-American cultural history.
Gloria Estefan: First Hispanic Woman Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Vicente Fernández, beloved Mexican singer and cultural icon known for his contribution to ranchera music.
Vicente Fernández: The King of Ranchera Music

Education

NASA astronaut José Hernández, Mexican American engineer and role model in STEM and space exploration.
José Hernández: From Migrant Farmworker to NASA Astronaut
Portrait of José Vasconcelos, influential Mexican philosopher, educator, and writer of Latin American history
José Vasconcelos: Architect of Modern Mexican Education and Philosophy
Gloria, an image representing Latinx women's empowerment and their role in shaping history and culture
Gloria Anzaldúa: Pioneering Chicana Feminist and Cultural Theorist

Entertainment

Gloria Estefan’s mother, remembered for her role in Cuban-American cultural history.
Gloria Estefan: First Hispanic Woman Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Portrait of Marilyn Monroe, an American actress, model, and cultural icon.
Marilyn Monroe’s Mexican Heritage: Unveiling Her Latina Roots
Vicente Fernández, beloved Mexican singer and cultural icon known for his contribution to ranchera music.
Vicente Fernández: The King of Ranchera Music

Firsts

NASA astronaut José Hernández, Mexican American engineer and role model in STEM and space exploration.
José Hernández: From Migrant Farmworker to NASA Astronaut
Gloria Estefan’s mother, remembered for her role in Cuban-American cultural history.
Gloria Estefan: First Hispanic Woman Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Rita Moreno in her iconic role as Anita in 'West Side Story,' a landmark moment for Latinx representation in Hollywood
Rita Moreno: Trailblazing Puerto Rican Actress, Singer, and Dancer

History & Society

Portrait of Sylvia Rivera, pioneering LGBTQ+ and trans rights activist
Sylvia Rivera: Pioneering Latina Transgender Activist for LGBTQ+ Rights
Guy Gabaldon, the U.S. Marine known for his bravery and efforts in saving Japanese soldiers during World War II.
Guy Gabaldon: The Pied Piper of Saipan and His Extraordinary WWII Feats
Manuel Uruchurtu, Mexican intellectual and key figure in Mexico's post-revolutionary era.
Manuel Uruchurtu: The Mexican Gentleman of the Titanic

Literature

Portrait of José Vasconcelos, influential Mexican philosopher, educator, and writer of Latin American history
José Vasconcelos: Architect of Modern Mexican Education and Philosophy
Historical image of a significant Latinx moment captured in a black and white photograph
Isabel Allende: Celebrated Author and Advocate for Women’s Rights
Sandra Cisneros, celebrated Mexican-American author, known for works like 'The House on Mango Street' exploring Latinx identity
Sandra Cisneros: Celebrated Chicana Author and Cultural Advocate
Tarsila do Amaral, one of Brazil’s most influential modernist artists, known for her vivid representations of Brazilian culture

Tarsila do Amaral: Pioneer of Brazilian Modernism

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Military

Guy Gabaldon, the U.S. Marine known for his bravery and efforts in saving Japanese soldiers during World War II.
Guy Gabaldon: The Pied Piper of Saipan and His Extraordinary WWII Feats
Olga Custodio, trailblazing Latinx pilot, known for being the first female Hispanic military aviator
Olga E. Custodio: Trailblazing Latina Pilot in the U.S. Air Force and Commercial Aviation
Roy Benavidez, Medal of Honor recipient, recognized for his bravery and service during the Vietnam War
Roy Benavidez: Medal of Honor Recipient and Vietnam War Hero

Philosophy & Religion

Portrait of José Vasconcelos, influential Mexican philosopher, educator, and writer of Latin American history
José Vasconcelos: Architect of Modern Mexican Education and Philosophy
Samuel Ramos, Mexican philosopher and intellectual, known for his work on the psychology of the Mexican identity
Samuel Ramos: Mexican Philosopher and Key Figure in Mexican Identity
Image depicting the Latinx cultural scene, capturing the vibrancy and diversity of the community
Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: Pioneering Feminist and Literary Icon of the Colonial Era

Political

Portrait of Sylvia Rivera, pioneering LGBTQ+ and trans rights activist
Sylvia Rivera: Pioneering Latina Transgender Activist for LGBTQ+ Rights
Casilda Luna, celebrated Dominican activist, honored for decades of grassroots organizing and civil rights advocacy.
Casilda Luna: Abuelita of the Community and Champion for Washington D.C.’s Latinx Population
Claudia Sheinbaum, key figure in progressive politics and sustainability in Latin America.
Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico’s First Female President and Environmental Advocate

Science & Math

Casilda Luna, celebrated Dominican activist, honored for decades of grassroots organizing and civil rights advocacy.
Casilda Luna: Abuelita of the Community and Champion for Washington D.C.’s Latinx Population
Claudia Sheinbaum, key figure in progressive politics and sustainability in Latin America.
Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico’s First Female President and Environmental Advocate
NASA astronaut José Hernández, Mexican American engineer and role model in STEM and space exploration.
José Hernández: From Migrant Farmworker to NASA Astronaut

Sports

Roberto Clemente, a legendary Puerto Rican baseball player known for his achievements and humanitarian efforts
Roberto Clemente: Legendary Puerto Rican Baseball Icon and Humanitarian
Art piece or historical image associated with Latinx history, showcasing cultural significance
Alfred “Butch” Lee Jr.: Pioneering Latino Basketball Player and Advocate for Racial Equality
Julio César Chávez, renowned Mexican boxer and one of the sport’s all-time greats, known for his championships and legacy
Julio César Chávez: Iconic Mexican Boxer and Advocate for Social Change

Technology

Olga Custodio, trailblazing Latinx pilot, known for being the first female Hispanic military aviator
Olga E. Custodio: Trailblazing Latina Pilot in the U.S. Air Force and Commercial Aviation
Image related to Latinx history, featuring historical figures or cultural moments
Ellen Ochoa: Pioneering Latina Astronaut and Esteemed Engineer
Dr. Domingo Liotta, famous for his groundbreaking work in heart surgery, particularly in transplant innovation
Domingo Santo Liotta: Pioneer of the First Total Artificial Heart

The Wall

“No Dogs or Mexicans Allowed”: A Stark Reminder of Historical Discrimination Against Mexican-Americans
Alfred “Butch” Lee Jr.: Pioneering Latino Basketball Player and Advocate for Racial Equality
Casilda Luna: Abuelita of the Community and Champion for Washington D.C.’s Latinx Population
Celia Cruz: The Queen of Salsa’s Enduring Legacy
César Chávez: Champion of Farm Workers’ Rights and Social Justice
César Milstein: Nobel Prize-Winning Biochemist and Pioneer in Immunology
Chita Rivera: Broadway Legend and Dance Icon
Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico’s First Female President and Environmental Advocate
Daniel Arriaga: Celebrated Illustrator and Pixar Visionary
Daniela Soto-Innes: Revolutionizing Culinary Arts with Latinx Influence
Dolores Huerta: Champion for Labor Rights and Civil Rights Activist
Domingo Santo Liotta: Pioneer of the First Total Artificial Heart
Ellen Ochoa: Pioneering Latina Astronaut and Esteemed Engineer
Félix Longoria: The Mexican American Soldier Who Sparked a Civil Rights Movement
Frida Kahlo: Iconic Mexican Artist and Symbol of Resilience
Gloria Anzaldúa: Pioneering Chicana Feminist and Cultural Theorist
Gloria Estefan: First Hispanic Woman Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Guillermo del Toro: Visionary Mexican Filmmaker and Master of Fantasy Cinema
Guillermo González Camarena: Pioneer of Color Television and Mexican Innovation
Gus Garcia: Trailblazer in Mexican American Civil Rights
Guy Gabaldon: The Pied Piper of Saipan and His Extraordinary WWII Feats
Héctor P. García: Recognizing WWII Veterans and His Legacy in Civil Rights
Isabel Allende: Celebrated Author and Advocate for Women’s Rights
Jaime Escalante: Inspirational Educator Who Transformed Education for Latino Students
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Afro-Latino Pioneer of Neo-Expressionist Art
John Leguizamo: Acclaimed Actor and Advocate for Latinx Representation in Hollywood
José Hernández: From Migrant Farmworker to NASA Astronaut
José Vasconcelos: Architect of Modern Mexican Education and Philosophy
Juan Felipe Herrera: Celebrated Poet and First Latino U.S. Poet Laureate
Julio César Chávez: Iconic Mexican Boxer and Advocate for Social Change
Karen Vega: Redefining Beauty and Culture in High Fashion
Luis Villoro: Understanding of Otherness and His Legacy in Philosophy
Lupe Hernández: Unveiling the Myth Behind Hand Sanitizer’s Alleged Inventor
Manuel Uruchurtu: The Mexican Gentleman of the Titanic
María Remedios del Valle: Afro-Argentine Heroine of Independence
Marilyn Monroe’s Mexican Heritage: Unveiling Her Latina Roots
Mario Molina: Pioneering Chemist Who Discovered CFCs’ Impact on the Ozone Layer
Mirabal Sisters: Symbols of Resistance Against Trujillo’s Tyranny
Octaviano Ambrosio Larrazolo: The First Hispanic U.S. Senator and His Legacy
Olga E. Custodio: Trailblazing Latina Pilot in the U.S. Air Force and Commercial Aviation
Raffi Freedman-Gurspan: First Transgender Latina in the White House
Ralph Lazo: The Mexican-American Teenager Who Voluntarily Entered a Japanese Internment Camp
Ramón Valdiosera and the Birth of Rosa Mexicano: A Symbol of Mexican Identity
Rigoberta Menchú Tum: Indigenous Rights Advocate and Nobel Laureate
Rita Moreno: Trailblazing Puerto Rican Actress, Singer, and Dancer
Roy Benavidez: Medal of Honor Recipient and Vietnam War Hero
Samuel Ramos: Mexican Philosopher and Key Figure in Mexican Identity
Sandra Cisneros: Celebrated Chicana Author and Cultural Advocate
Santos Rodríguez: A Tragic Catalyst for Change in Dallas
Seaman Philip Bazaar Medal of Honor
Selena Quintanilla: The Enduring Legacy of the Queen of Tejano Music
Sonia Sotomayor: Trailblazing Latina Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: Pioneering Feminist and Literary Icon of the Colonial Era
Sylvia Mendez: Civil Rights Pioneer in School Desegregation
Sylvia Rivera: Pioneering Latina Transgender Activist for LGBTQ+ Rights
Tarsila do Amaral: Pioneer of Brazilian Modernism
Vicente Fernández: The King of Ranchera Music