Not a Forgotten Population: The Reach and Presence of Puerto Ricans in the State of Kentucky
Often overlooked, Kentucky's Puerto Rican population has documented its presence in a variety of unexpected ways.
Spanish-language news and media outlets
A variety of Spanish-language and/or bilingual media outlets report on events related to Hispanic and Latino communities in Kentucky.
Using Oral-History to Explore Dual-Immersion in Lexington
Lexington has turned to its education system to provide support for its Hispanic immigrant community by implementing dual-immersion schooling.
In Spanish, here in Kentucky: Authentic local materials for the Spanish-language classroom
Spanish teachers in Kentucky can take advantage of a great selection of cultural and linguistic sources that have been produced by Spanish speakers who live in our state.
“It’s important that diversity is the hub of Lexington’s growth”
Surveys conducted by CivicLex as part of the 2022 On The Table community conversations provide ideas for improving quality of life for Hispanic and Latino residents in Lexington.
Newspaper coverage of Hispanic immigrants in Kentucky’s horse industry
Local journalism about Kentucky’s equine industry provides incomplete coverage of the vital role that Hispanic workers play, showing that the industry both depends on and supports workers while failing to give them a voice.
Tacos in Lexington: Southern food celebrates the growth of Hispanic Kentucky
In the heart of Lexington lies a vast network of Mexican and Latin cuisine, bursting with flavor and ready to be celebrated.
The music of our Hispanic hollers: 3 great Appalachian-Latin fusion bands
These three innovative bands are blending the songs and sounds of their Appalachian and Latin roots, giving this intersectional identity a human face and a global audience.
Festival Latino: A Fall tradition in Lexington
The Festival Latino, organized annually by Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Foundation for Latin American and Latino Culture and Arts, is a Fall staple that unites the communities of Lexington with food, music, and fun.
The Impact of the Horse Industry on the Latino and Hispanic Communities in Kentucky
From migrant labor in tobacco to all aspects of the horse industry, Hispanic and Latino immigrants have long played an essential role in Kentucky’s labor force.
