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History & Heritage


"You are not lucky to be here. The world needs your perspective. They are lucky to have you." - Antonio Tijerino,
President & CEO of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation
About

In the United States, we observe Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th. This began as Hispanic Heritage week in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson. Twenty years later, President Ronald Reagan expanded Hispanic Heritage Week into Hispanic Heritage Month. During this time, we recognize the contributions of American citizens with ancestors from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. We celebrate Hispanic histories and culture.​
Origins
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The observance time selected for Hispanic Heritage Month is significant, because it is a time when many countries celebrate freedom. September 15th is the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Within the period of September 15th to October 15th, there are other countries celebrating their respective independence days. For instance, Mexican Independence Day is September 16th and Independence Day in Chile is September 18th.
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Hispanic Americans have long contributed to our nation’s maritime history. Click below to read some of their stories!

September
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Captain Kathleen Contres
Photo Credit: U.S. Navy Office of Information
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Electrician's Mate Rudy Martinez
​Photo Credit: U.S.S. Utah
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Commodore Lou Sandoval
Photo Credit: Chicago Yacht Club
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The Fighting Medinas 
Photo Credit: The National WWII Museum

Explore History & Heritage by the Month
Black History Month
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  • Vaccinations in America
  • Black Sailors in the Revolutionary War
  • African Americans During the Revolution
  • Amistad
  • Eastville
  • ​​Benjamin Whitecuff - Hempstead's Black Loyalist Spy
  • ​Whaling
  • ​Lewis Temple - Blacksmith and Inventor
  • Slaves in the American Economy, part 1
  • ​Slaves in the American Economy, part 2
  • ​African Americans in U.S. Coast Guard History​​
Women's History Month
​
  • Ida Lewis
  • Margaret Fuller
  • Marie Parsons
  • Martha Coston
  • Martha, Jennie, Rene & Celia
  • Mary McCann​
Hispanic History Month

  • Hispanic Maritime History
Holidays
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  • ​Lincoln's Birthday
  • ​​St. Valentine's Day​
  • St. Patrick's Day​
  • ​April Fools Day
  • ​Earth Day
  • ​May Day & May Basket Day
  • ​Mother's Day
  • ​Armed Forces Day
  • ​National Mariners Day
  • Memorial Day​

Jewish American Heritage Month

  • Jewish American Heritage Month​
  • Jewish Association of United Brethren at Temple Dedication, Sag Harbor 1900
  • ​Einstein in Southold
  • ​L.B. Smith Rubber Company
  • ​Patchogue Merchants
Asian American & Pacific Islander Month 

  • Asian American & Pacific Islander Month
  • ​The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
  • ​Chinese Farms in Queens
  • Golden Venture



Visit the Long Island Maritime Museum
to learn more about history & heritage while checking out
 the many exhibits located throughout our campus.

Connect and Contact Us Anytime   limm@limaritime.org

Long Island Maritime Museum, 88 West Avenue, West Sayville, New York 11796

                     
631-854-4974 
                              
631-HISTORY          
​631-447-8679

  • Home
  • About Us
    • Museum Staff
    • Mission Statement
    • Privacy Policy
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
  • Visit
  • Exhibits
    • Shipwrecks
    • History & Heritage
  • Digital Archives
  • Education Programs
    • Lectures at the Museum
    • Story Time by the Bay
    • America's Boating Course
    • Watercolor Workshops
    • Plein Air Painting
    • Tai Chi Classes
    • Yoga Breeze
    • Spring Break
    • Bay Days Summer Camp
  • Events
    • Seafood Festival 2023
    • Halloween Boat Burning
  • Sail Priscilla
    • FAQ
  • Facility Rental
    • Photo Shoots
  • Watercraft For Sale