National History Day

50 more NHD National Contests means 50 more opportunities for students to meet each other, showcase knowledge, and present research in the U.S. capital. Here are 4 photos from different decades of NHD - donate now at nhd.org/en/get-involve… to power NHD for 50 more years. #NHD50

We can’t believe it’s less than one week until the Young People’s Continental Congress!! Swipe to see some favorite moments from last year as we count down to the start of our summer institute with Carpenters’ Hall! #nationalhistoryday #YPCC

Thinking about your 2027 NHD Contest topic already? Use NHD’s theme resources to help you understand the 2027 theme Innovation in History: Impact, Influence, Change! Find all theme resources, including the 2027 Theme Book, at nhd.org/theme

Donate $250 for America’s 250th anniversary in support of the Dr. Gorn History Makers Fundraiser and the Giving 4th initiative! Support the future generation of history makers and celebrate the 250th today by donating to NHD at nhd.org/donate

Want to save your 2025-2026 contest website? NHDWebCentral® archiving is now open until September 1st, 2026! Visit nhd.org/nhdwebcentral to read information about preserving your NHDWebCentral® website.

Congratulations to the 2026 National History Day Teacher of the Year Award winners, Ms. Ann Jackson from B.R. Miller Middle School in Marshalltown, IA, and Mr. Josh Elders from Peters Township Middle School in McMurray, PA! Read more about the winners at nhd.org/en/2026/06/18/…

Make sure to check out the NHD merch tables on the first floor of the Stamp Student Union today! This is one of your last opportunities to get some great NHD merch, including sweatshirts, zip ups and t-shirts!! Get them before we run out!

How is your decade donating to the Dr. Gorn History Makers Fundraiser?? The Battle of the Ages celebrates our supporters who have raised over $20,000 to support the teaching and learning of history! Let’s see how much more we can raise! Donate at nhd.org/donate

🚨The Welcome Ceremony has changed to 6:00PM at McKeldin Mall. 🚨 We're excited to have every student, teacher, parent, and supporter attend the NHD Welcome Ceremony at 6:00PM tonight!

Join NHD’s latest webinar series, Using Library of Congress Resources to Build a Historical Argument, and build key strategies for researching, supporting, and presenting historical arguments! Apply by TODAY June 12, 2026, at nhd.org/en/2026/04/23/….

Happy Pride Month! As we celebrate LGBTQ+ history this June, read about three LGBTQ+ leaders who embody the 2026 NHD Contest theme: Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History 🏳️‍🌈 Information from this post is from the National Women’s History Museum and NMAAHC!

We can't wait to meet the 2,951 students attending this year's National History Day National Contest, along with their parents, teachers, and other well-wishers in just 17 days 🥳

Today’s the last day to register for the NHD National Contest! Complete your online registration by 11:59pm ET TONIGHT, May 19. Be sure to submit all project documents, upload links for showcase consideration, and complete all forms. Questions? Email registration@nhd.org!

Want to get experience using primary sources to support and present historical arguments? Apply for NHD’s latest webinar, Using Library of Congress Resources to Build a Historical Argument! Apply by June 12, 2026! Learn more and apply at nhd.org/en/2026/04/23/….

There’s only one more week to register for the National Contest! If your entry on "Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History" advanced to the National Contest, please register to attend by next Tuesday, May 19! Questions? Email registration@nhd.org.

Congratulations to the last round of students competing at affiliate NHD contests! We’re so proud of every student who participated in NHD this year, strengthening their historical research and communication skills in the process! #nationalhistoryday #NHD2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week📚 A special thank you to all NHD teachers for your hard work and dedication to improving the teaching and learning of history. NHD would not be able to impact so many students without your support!

It’s almost time for button trading to begin! If your entry on "Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History" advanced to the National Contest, please register to attend by May 19! Questions? Email registration@nhd.org. We can't wait to see you June 14-18!

NHD alum and member of NHD’s Board of Trustees, Timothy Hughes, delivered the welcoming remarks at North Carolina History Day. Read his full remarks below and consider donating to National History Day to support the next generation of students. dncr.k12.nc.gov/blog/2026/05/0…

Congratulations to every student who has participated in an NHD contest so far! Let’s celebrate the affiliates who competed in the second half of April and give them a round of applause 👏👏 #nationalhistoryday #NHD2026

Celebrate Dr. Gorn’s 44 years of service with NHD by donating to the History Makers Fundraiser! Your support is fundamental to the education of our future leaders, historians, and History Makers alike. Give to NHD at nhd.org/history-makers.