NYS Assembly Declares Haitian Heritage Month, Honors Rockland County’s Haitian Community

NYS Assembly Declares Haitian Heritage Month, Honors Rockland County’s Haitian Community

The New York State Assembly recently passed a resolution declaring May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month, celebrating the rich culture and contributions of Haitian Americans, with a special focus on communities in Spring Valley and Nyack. Assemblyman Aron Wieder, who represents Assembly District 97, spoke about the resilience and vibrancy of his Haitian neighbors and their role in shaping the heart of Rockland County. He praised their cultural impa…

Haitian Heritage Month: Haitian Manuscripts at BPL

Happy Haitian Heritage Month! The Boston Public Library would like to celebrate Haitian Heritage Month this May by highlighting a major heritage resource within our Special Collections Department. The Boston Public Library collection of Haitian manuscripts is a vast collection of items created between 1714 and 1952. The materials consist of letters, business papers, financial records, government documents, and military orders. This collection do…