Filipino American History Month (FAHM) is celebrated in the United States during the month of October. In 1991, Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) board of trustees proposed the first annual Filipino American History Month to commence in October 1992.

Filipino American History Month is observed in October every year to mark the anniversary of the first recorded evidence of Filipinos in America. Filipino Americans are the second-largest Asian-American community in the U.S., and are the third-largest racial group in California.

Dec 18, 2024 · Filipino American History Month is a celebration of the rich and complex history of the Filipino American experience. It’s a time to reflect on the struggles, sacrifices, and achievements of Filipino Americans, and to recognize the significant contributions they have made to the United States.

Filipino American History Month (FAHM) in October commemorates the first Filipinos to arrive in the continental United States at what is now Morro Bay, California on October 18, 1587.

Apr 18, 2024 · October shines a spotlight on the rich history and achievements of Filipino Americans with the annual celebration of Filipino American History Month. This special month honors the long-standing presence of Filipinos in the United States.

Filipino Americans are the second largest Asian American group in the nation and the third largest ethnic group in California, after Latinas/os and African Americans. The celebration of Filipino American History Month in October commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States, which occurred on October 18 ...

Sep 13, 2024 · The celebration of Filipino American History Month (FAHM) in October commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States, which occurred on October 18, 1587, when “Luzones Indios” came ashore from the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Esperanza and landed at what is now Morro Bay, California. In 2009, U.S ...

Oct 1, 2024 · October marks the celebration of Filipino American History Month (FAHM), and for 2024, the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) has announced the theme: “Struggle, Resistance, Solidarity, and Resilience.”

Throughout October, the Field Museum celebrates our first ever Filipino American History Month! Hear from Field staff, community partners, artists, and students as we share Filipino American stories and honor the contributions Filipino Americans have made to American history.

Filipino American History Month (FAHM) is celebrated in the United States during the month of October. In 1991, Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) board of trustees proposed the first annual Filipino American History Month to commence in October 1992.