A National History Day project is your way of presenting your historical argument, research, and interpretation of your topic’s significance in history. NHD projects can be created individually or as part of a group. NHD is similar to a Science Fair, but for History.
This Year’s NHD Theme: The theme for 2027, Innovation in History: Impact, Influence, Change, frames the research for students and is intentionally broad to allow students to select topics from any place (local, national, or world) and any period in history.
Breaking Down the Theme
The 2027 theme encourages students to investigate a wide array of historical innovations – from industrial inventions and medical breakthroughs to artistic movements and political systems. To develop a strong project, research should focus on three main pillars:
Impact: What was the immediate result of this innovation? Who benefited, and who was negatively affected?
Influence: How did this new idea spread or inspire future generations and other fields of study?
Change: How did the innovation permanently change after the course of history or everyday life?
These events open opportunities to win awards, gain a deep understanding of an area of history that interests and challenges students. Please visit the History Day Canvas Course HERE.
ALL-SCHOOL HISTORY DAY & SCIENCE FAIR
Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Temecula Event Center
43174 Business Park Drive, Suite 103
Temecula, CA: Temecula Event Center
Important Dates & Deadlines:
- October 5, 2026 | 12:30–1:00 p.m: Virtual Informational Session with Kelli Seawright
- December 4, 2026: Registration deadline to participate in All School History Day
- December 15, 2026: Submit the written portion of projects in Canvas or to your Teacher of Record (TOR)
We are here to help you! Please complete a form for each student interested in participating in NHD.
