National History Day breathes life into the traditional history curriculum by engaging students and teachers in a hands-on and in-depth approach to studying the past. By focusing on a theme, students are introduced to a new organizational structure of learning history. Teachers are supported in introducing highly complex research strategies to students. When NHD is implemented in the classroom, students are involved in a life-changing learning experience." [2014 Curriculum Book, p. 3]
Each year, more than half a million students, encouraged by thousands of teachers nationwide, participate in the NHD contest
We will hold the contest at MSSU's Webster Hall and Billingsly Student Center.
The 2024 Theme Narrative is Turning Points in History. Click here to download the 2024 Theme Book.
Click here to learn about the project categories.
Click here to download the official History Day Contest Rule Book.
History Day in Missouri website
Questions? Contact:
William T. Fisher, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of History and National History Day Coordinator, Missouri Region 6
Missouri Southern State University
3950 E. Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
Office: 417-625-3162 Fax: 417-625-3091
Missouri Southern State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, handicap or age in its educational programs or activities
