New York City History Day (NYCHD) is a program where students in grades 6-12 create projects based on original historical research and analysis. Students have the opportunity to win prizes and progress to the State and National History Day (NHD) contests.
NYCHD is FREE for all New York City students!
There are no entrance fees associated with New York City History Day and the Center for Brooklyn History will cover fees for students who qualify for the State and National Contest. Travel scholarships are also be available. NYCHD invites entries in the junior (middle school) and senior (high school) divisions for the following categories: Documentary, Exhibit, Paper, Performance, and Website.
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Key Dates
Registration for the 2024 Contest is closed! Check back in September for information on the 2025 contest, "Rights and Responsibilities in History."
- Registration for New York City History Day:
- Virtual Judging: Documentaries, Papers, and Websites:
- In-Person Judging: Exhibits and Performances:
- Award Ceremony:
Workshops
There are no upcoming workshops, please check back soon.
New York City History Day is generously supported by the Rose M. Badgeley Residuary Charitable Trust and the Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund.
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Overeaters Anonymous
Hosted by Joe F. and Lucille F, Overeaters Anonymous is a support group for people having issue with food.
Overeaters Anonymous
Join your peer group and exchange idea on controlling your eating habit.
Overeaters Anonymous
Hosted by Joe F. and Lucille F, Overeaters Anonymous is a support group for people having issue with food.
Overeaters Anonymous
Join your peer group and exchange idea on controlling your eating habit.
Overeaters Anonymous
Hosted by Joe F. and Lucille F, Overeaters Anonymous is a support group for people having issue with food.
Overeaters Anonymous
Join your peer group and exchange idea on controlling your eating habit.
Register for NYC History Day
Registration for History Day is now closed. Check back in September for more information on the 2025 contest.
Get In Touch
Send an email to NYC History Day.
We Need Judges!
Volunteer judges make our contest possible. Register to judge NYC History Day. Judging is available virtually or in person here. Check back in September for more information and registration dates.