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, parochial, home, and cyber schools are welcome to participate. District contests are held throughout Maryland every February and March - Our district contest this year will be held on March 7, 2026.
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February 27, 2026: Upper Shore Regional History Day - Registration Deadline
March 7, 2026: Upper Shore Regional History Day - Contest Date
May 2, 2026: Maryland History Day Contest, UMBC
June 14-18, 2026: National History Day