[upbeat orchestral music] for all immigrants, not just latinos, america is a beacon of opportunity, a chance to build a better life and make this country stronger. the journey is hard, and let's face it, it can be unwelcoming, but latinos keep trying to make the dream a reality. ♪ - this is a beautiful piece here called "the tree of life." [bright acoustic guitar music] - the smithsonian had this sculpture made for the exhibit, and it's a who's who of latinx history. is that dolores huerta? - that's dolores huerta right there. - no, get out. i recognize her. dolores huerta is a legendary labor leader who fought for farm workers' rights alongside cesar chavez, and this woman knows how to strike for what latinos want and need. - sonia sotomayor. - oh, yeah, there she is at the top. sonia sotomayor made history as the first latina judge on the supreme court and the youngest in the new york district court. - mariano rivera, so you have some athletes also. - mariano, mo, sandman was the yankees go-to closing pitcher