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Sesame Street Legend Sonia Manzano Wowed Legacy Crowd

The Mercury News
May 23, 2017

More than $1.3 million was raised for the museum's educational hands-on exhibits and programs at the annual Legacy for Children Award gala. Sonia Manzano, the evening's honoree better known as Maria for 44 years on Sesame Street, wowed the crowd of more than 750 museum supporters, and local rock band Smash Mouth got revelers dancing to a string of hits. Learn More

Creativity through the Arts, Inclusion & Cultural Competence

Sesame Street Legend Honored for Changing the Lives of Millions

The Mercury News
May 10, 2017

Sonia Manzano is an award-winning writer, actress, children's author and Latina role model who's dedicated her life to improving the lives of children. She's this year's Legacy for Children Award recipient. Learn More

Creativity through the Arts, Early Childhood Development, Partnerships & Resource Development

Sesame Street Legend to Receive Legacy Award

April 12, 2017

Sesame Street Legend Sonia Manzano changed the lives of millions of children and parents as the character Maria for 44 years. She helped revolutionize children's programming and early childhood education and she's this year's Legacy Award honoree. Learn More

Creativity through the Arts, Early Childhood Development, Inclusion & Cultural Competence