Where else could 27,000 students have so much fun, they forget how much they’re learning?
Influencing the future through discovering the past.
For middle and high school students who participate, Maryland History Day sparks critical thinking, and helps develop skills in research and analysis, writing, and public speaking.
Working solo or in small groups, students create original documentaries, exhibits, performances, research papers or websites exploring a breadth of historical topics within an annual theme. Students progress through competitions at the school, district, state, and national levels. Students from public, private, home, and cyber schools are welcome to participate. District contests are held throughout Maryland every February and March.
2018 Maryland History Day
- Theme: This year’s theme is Conflict & Compromise in History.
- The statewide contest will be held at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County on April 28, 2018.
- District contests are held throughout Maryland in February and March 2018.
- National History Day will be held June 10-14, 2018 at the University of Maryland, College Park.
By the Numbers
Maryland History Day Sponsors
Maryland History Day Baltimore City Sponsors
National History Day Security Statement
The National Contest is held on the campus of the University of Maryland. We abide by the policies and protocol of the University in regards to all safety and security situations.
In light of recent events around the world, and here at home, National History Day® has addressed the concern of security with the University of Maryland Police Department. The University is a large public institution surrounded by a vibrant and diverse community. Security is of paramount concern and the University of Maryland has taken aggressive action in response to the recent tragedies to ensure safety both on and off campus. Out of an abundance of caution these steps are not being made public.
The University of Maryland also offers a number of resources for visitors, students, faculty, and staff. The one most relevant to those attending the National History Day Contest is the 24 hour escort. The University of Maryland Police Department provides an escort service for anyone when walking across campus. If you would like an escort, please call the University of Maryland Police Department at 301-405-3555. For more information about campus security resources, please visit http://www.umpd.umd.edu/services/index.cfm#campus.