In a city with one of the largest Muslim populations and Spanish speakers, it's only fitting Spanish-speaking Islamic education center called Centro Islamico would exist in Houston. But Latino/Hispanic Muslims in America have been around longer than you might know.

From their Scholarship Gala, to the Mariachi Invitational and Rodeo Houston, learn more about their year-round events and fundraising.

Juan Garcia has been a HLSR volunteer for more than 20 years, beginning fresh out of law school, when he joined the HLSR’s Legal Advisory Committee and shortly after, joined the Go Tejano Committee.

As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we're featuring the inspiring story of restaurant owner David Herrera. From living on a farm in El Salvador to owning seven restaurants in the Houston area with his sons, how he says others can create their own path to success.

KPRC 2 knows Houston is home to incredible Latin American cultures and cuisines and as part of Hispanic Heritage Month we want to recognize some Latinos who are making a difference in their communities.

Here's how you can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Houston, which kicked off on September 15 and goes on until October 15.

Celebrate Latin and Hispanic culture this Saturday with food, giveaways, and more.

In a city with one of the largest Muslim populations and Spanish speakers, it's only fitting Spanish-speaking Islamic education center called Centro Islamico would exist in Houston. But Latino/Hispanic Muslims in America have been around longer than you might know.

A Houston entrepreneur shared her story of triumph and achievement on KPRC 2+ Thursday.

Born, raised, and educated in Houston, Dr. Marlen Trujillo has dedicated the past 25 years to improving public health by serving her community. The type of care she now provides is something that goes far beyond an exam room.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, KPRC 2 is highlighting some of our favorite restaurants to enjoy across Houston.

The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston is holding a gala on Saturday to raise money for scholarships.

It stars actor Michael Peña

A Barbie doll that honors salsa star Celia Cruz went on sale this week.

Inside the Sawyer Studios and Gallery near the Heights you’ll hear the sounds of history.

A day after Ms. Margaret Torres turned 88, a group of volunteers from Reliant arrived with paintbrushes ready to help with the final touches on a three month long home revitalization project. Coinciding with the kick off of Hispanic Heritage Month, Rebuilding Together Houston is once again providing free safety upgrades to families in Houston’s East End. They call the project “Rebuilding Juntos”

“Heal, heal, frog’s butt,” is the literal translation of the iconic Hispanic saying sana, sana, colita de rana.

Hispanic Heritage Month begins later this week and kicks off with the celebration of Mexico’s Independence Day.

For Hispanic Heritage Month, Enrique Ramirez visits a local gym empowering kids trough boxing.

We're showing you some of the unique fashion items you can at this pop-up shop

If you know his name, you probably know his food. Arnaldo Richards, Owner & Executive Chef of Pico’s, said his legacy isn’t just his food.

Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria is a family-owned and operated restaurant in the Lake Houston area with a goal of treating everyone like family.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, local artist Lizbeth Ortiz designed an art installation for the iconic Midtown letters in Bagby Park.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, local artist Lizbeth Ortiz designed an art installation for the iconic Midtown letters in Bagby Park.

A Mexican American artist is working on a new mural during Hispanic Heritage Month that showcases famous Mexican boxing legends along with an aspiring one.

First lady Jill Biden says Republican leaders have underestimated the power of women and that it's up to Democrats to make sure the GOP doesn't make that mistake again.

Armand Bayou Nature Center was created as a living memorial to a Houston native who was considered an environmental visionary and champion.

Members of the KPRC 2 team are spending time in an East End neighborhood Wednesday helping the organization Rebuilding Together Houston revitalize a home.

Rebuilding Together Houston has helped more than 15,000 families since 1982. They serve military families anywhere in Harris County, as well as, underserved families in neighborhoods like the East End and Third Ward.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, Midtown Houston is honoring Mexican history and culture in a way that all Houstonians get to experience.

The sweetest house in the world is in Houston at Sweets by Belen. This place is a go to for the Houston Life team whether we are celebrating birthdays or satisfying a sweet tooth craving. But the story behind Belen Bailey's journey from Peru to teaching to baking is just as sweet as the alfajors she bakes in honor of her mother and grandmother.

Beyond their breakfasts and burgers, Whataburger has a Whatastore that moves past the munchies on their menu and offers its shoppers a chance to bring Whataburger a little closer to home – or in some instances, to their closets.

Hispanic Heritage Month begins later this week and kicks off with the celebration of Mexico’s Independence Day.

Acclaimed Cuban American singer, songwriter, producer and actor Gloria Estefan has been honored with her own Barbie doll.

Hailing from Houston’s southeast side, Nick Gaitan is a talented bassist that has toured overseas with artists like Billy Joe Shaver and Nikki Hill.

Throughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.

It is one of the most famous songs recorded, depicting one of the most famous tragedies in music history.

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to highlight the contributions and achievements of Hispanic Americans in our country, and Houston has plenty of landmarks where you can learn and celebrate this vibrant community that has made an impact in the Bayou City.

The Inspiration4 mission taking place in the midst of Hispanic Heritage Month brought to mind two trailblazing astronauts.

During the pandemic, a local mom from Eastex Jensen came up with a unique way to provide an outlet for creativity in Houston’s diverse communities with little to no access to art.

One of golf’s more entertaining events, the Ryder Cup, begins on Friday and figures to be a lively and must-see event, once again, for golf and sports fans throughout the world.

A fully staged theatrical production that features international, regional, and local artists guaranteed to make you dance.

Check out a list of some things to do all over H-Town this weekend!

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mattel and Barbie adds two unique “role model” dolls to their collection.

September 16 is Mexican Independence Day, and the background behind it no doubt resonates deeply with many.

KPRC 2 is celebrating Hispanic Heritage by teaming up with Telemundo Houston to launch a multilingual COVID vaccine awareness public service campaign targeting Houston’s LatinX community. The “Plan Your Vaccine” campaign features news anchors from both stations.

The legendary musician and famed guitarist is telling us all about his new tour and studio album ‘Blessings and Miracles.’

Imagine coming into work one day like you normally do, but then later on, frantically embarking on a mission in which the success of it might result in your death.

The Houston Symphony is honoring the Bayou City’s rich Hispanic culture by bringing its annual Fiesta Sinfónica concert to Jones Hall.

Tom Flores got up during his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech and gave a reason as to why he was the second speaker of all the inductees that night.

Raul Malo, the band’s lead singer and songwriter explained about the inspiration behind their new album entitled En Español. The Mavericks En Espanol. Also, for the first time the band recorded an all-Spanish album, a concept the band embraced as a whole. “We’ve always prided ourselves in finding that little thread that connects all kinds of music. 💙 Listen or get your copy of this #1 📀👇@monomundorecs @ThirtyTigers🎧 https://t.co/rZXWmRXpY7 🌵 pic.twitter.com/JkkMWQpFe3 — The Mavericks (@MavericksMusic) September 1, 2020The Mavericks' new album En Espanol, is available to stream and buy now.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Whataburger has created a restaurant-themed Loteria set. Whataburger shared a preview of the 36-card set featuring Texans' favorite menu items on its Instagram account. The game also includes four versions of the tablas or playing boards to get the entire family involved. “Our version of classic Lotería celebrates all the things you love about Whataburger and makes sitting around the table with family a lot more fun,” according to Whataburger. Click here to download the Loteria set.

HOUSTON – For some students in Houston, music, art, dance or theater programming may not always be available in school. Born in El Paso, Texas, Alice Valdez began her music career in elementary school. “My mother decided that all of us were going to play instruments," recalled Valdez, founder of MECA. All they had was maybe visual art and general music," said Valdez. For more than four decades, MECA has provided artistic programming, educational resources and services to underserved students and adults.

HOUSTON – This month is recognized as National Hispanic Heritage month which traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston preserved all of the fun with showcasing the food, desserts, drinks, dance and music that’s well known in the Hispanic community. The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston (IHCH) is a non-profit organization founded in 1965 by a group of professionals living in Houston that joined together to preserve and disseminate the richness of Hispanic culture, values, and civic interests with the community of Houston, TX. They continue to support the Hispanic youth by providing scholarships to help continue their education. All this month they will have events that will spotlight the Hispanic culture and educate others about their traditions.

Real talk: Monday is National Taco Day, and we’ve been brainstorming ways to mark the occasion.

HOUSTON – It’s Friday and Happy Hour, and we’re celebrating with a nod to Hispanic Heritage Month. The business stakes its claim as the first craft cocktail bar in Houston, using only fresh ingredients in its unique Latin-infused menu. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and to promote the upcoming Day of the Dead celebration, Mitchell shared two classic cocktail recipes to help us get the party started. CUBAN MOJITOUnder the Volcano owner Peter Mitchell shares the recipe to mix up a classic Cuban Mojito. Long standing Houston neighborhood bar Under the Volcano makes health and safety preparations ahead of its annual Day of the Dead celebration.

They’re Tish Hinojosa, Stephanie Urbina Jones and Patricia Vonne, known as The Texicana Mamas. The Texicana Mamas are a cross-cultural musical fusion. Listen/purchase:https://t.co/K2ekQIgCIw pic.twitter.com/LdZqaYOnoD — TheTexicanaMamas (@TexicanaMamas) August 21, 2020The Texicana Mamas released their self-titled debut album in August. One of the Texicana Mamas has appeared on the silver screen. You can listen to The Texicana Mama’s music on all streaming platforms.

HOUSTON – September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and the Art of the World Gallery is currently showcasing the art of five different Hispanic artists. Stop into the gallery, which is located located in River Oaks, to see pieces from Lita Cabellut, Fernando Botero, Oswaldo Vigas, Wifredo Lam, and Oscar Saborío. Their current main exhibition is Lita Cabellut’s ‘The Colors That Remain.’ She is best known for beautiful large pieces, that capture her subjects in different moments and emotions. The Art of the World Gallery is free to the public, but they also have a partnership with Artika where $500 from any book sales from Lita Cabellut and Fernando Botero goes straight to supporting the Houston art community and local artists. Watch as Lauren Kelly chats with the gallery’s art advisor, Rebecca Rios, about the beautiful pieces they have to see and purchase.

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and what a better way to celebrate than with some flavorful and easy recipes that can be made in an Instant Pot or an air fryer?

An argument bubbles over which coffee makes the best espresso.

HOUSTON – The Children’s Museum Houston will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with virtual activities and storytimes via social media. The museum’s free event will recognize the achievements and success of the Hispanic community between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15. Wednesday at 3:45 p.m.Toma Todo – via FacebookUp your chances in this traditional Mexican spinning top game where the winner takes it all! Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln – via InstagramExplore how a talented Venezuelan girl showed her amazing skills to President Lincoln in this storytime. Thursday at 3:45 p.m.Grilled Mexican Street Corn Recipe – via FacebookThere’s no celebration without food!

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with countries celebrating independence days.

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with countries celebrating independence days.

HOUSTON – Guillermo ‘Memo’ Villarreal, 81, first opened up Memo’s Record Shop in 1968. The East End record store sells different types of music and movies and serves as a musical museum of sorts with some of the world’s greatest Spanish superstars posing for pictures with Villarreal. “Vicente Fernandez, Juan Gabriel, Antonio Aguilar, Rigo Tovar, Lucha Villa and Jose Jose,” said Villarreal. Villareal has been in the record business for about 52 years and offers a vast selection of different types of music including Mariachi, Conjunto, Tejano and salsa. Before opening his record store, Villarreal was a successful music promoter, responsible for bringing stars like Vicente Fernandez to Houston for the very first time.

As if there aren’t enough reasons to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, simply watching your TV is another great way to pay tribute.

LOS ANGELES – Gloria Estefan, Alex Rodriguez and Eva Longoria will be among the participants in a monthlong online celebration of Latino contributions to television. It’s the first such event by Paley to coincide with Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Among the highlights of the event (all times Eastern):— “A Tribute to Hispanic Achievements on Television,” 8 p.m. Wednesday on Yahoo Entertainment. Estefan, Longoria, Edward James Olmos, Jimmy Smits and George Lopez are among those participating, with Soledad O’Brien as moderator. — “Telemundo’s ‘La Reina del Sur’: A Conversation with the Stars,” Oct. 2, Yahoo Entertainment and Yahoo en Español.

Just how much do you really know about the month-long celebration? Test your Hispanic Heritage Month knowledge below!

It might have been more than a half-century ago, but the impact of the Delano grape strike will always be felt -- not only in Hispanic history, but labor history in general.

With both the start of Hispanic Heritage Month and the National Football League season converging this month, what better time to look back at the first known Hispanic player to play in the NFL?

The month of September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and we want to see how you and your family celebrate.

If social media existed 455 years ago, a historic feat produced by a Spanish man probably would’ve made feeds all around the world.

Hispanic Heritage Month is coming, and what a better way to celebrate than with some flavorful and easy recipes that can be made in an Instant Pot? The Instant Pot is a fantastic way to cook meat so that it’s super tender in a short period of time, so it’s perfect for things like carnitas and chicken enchiladas. Achieving the most tender pork in the Instant Pot is easier than baking a cake. The best part about this Instant Pot recipe is that everything is cooked inside the pot, so you don’t end up dirtying every other pot and pan in the kitchen. You will never cook ground beef for tacos any other way after you do it in the Instant Pot.

By Briana Edwards/KPRC ContributorHOUSTON - The Houston Symphony is hosting its annual Fiesta Sinfónica concert on Sunday as it celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. The free event starts at 6 p.m. at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts. Fiesta Sinfónica will mark Laguna’s debut at the Houston Symphony. The concert is free to the public. Advanced tickets are sold out and stand-by tickets to the event will be made available onsite at the Jones Hall box office.

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, so if you’re not marking the occasion already, maybe it’s time to start.

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, so if youre not marking the occasion already, maybe its time to start. The website findspark.com offered plenty of suggestions, so we thought wed provide some of those to help get your wheels spinning. Everyone could bring a Latin-inspired dish and maybe provide some background on its history. Find Spark recommends showcasing famous paintings or photography by Hispanic artists or about Latin America. This doesnt have to be a massive undertaking -- you could check out your local options; maybe a nearby university or library could help you get some inspiration.