National History Day in North Carolina

A group of six History Day students smile and wave North Carolina flags at the National Contest.

A group of three History Day students dance during their performance on a stage.

Two History Day students interview documentarian Ken Burns and producer David Schmidt.

A group of three History Day students present their performance on a stage.

A NHD student smiles and stands in front of her exhibit.

A History Day student works on editing his documentary.

A group of four History Day students present their performance on a stage.

Two History Day teachers smile at each other as they talk at a teacher workshop.

A History Day student smiles and shakes hands with one of her judges.

A group of three History Day students stand in front of their exhibit and answer judges interview questions..

Two History Day documentary students talk to their judges in front of their documentary on a classroom screen.

A History Day student holds the North Carolina banner while smiling during the parade of students at the national contest.

National History Day® in North Carolina

North Carolina History Day, an affiliate of the National History Day® program, is designed to inspire historical inquiry in middle and high school classrooms through hands-on discovery. Explore our pages or email nchistoryday@dncr.nc.gov to learn more!

About History Day

Learn more about National History Day® and find answers to frequently asked questions.

This Program Year

Find all the important program information for the 2025-26 school year here.

Find Your Region & Contest Dates

Visit this page to find your region and upcoming contest dates.

Explore This Year's Theme

Learn more about the annual theme for the 2025-26 school year.

Teacher Resources

Program resources and information for teachers.

Student Resources

Project help and tips for students.

Project Examples

Explore students' projects from past contest years.

Our Sponsors & Partners

Learn more about the organizations and people that make N.C. History Day possible.

N.C. History Day is an official affiliate of National History Day®. It is administered by the N.C. Department of Natural & Cultural Resources and coordinated by the DNCR Education & Outreach team.

Visit the National History Day® Website

The official affiliate seal for National History Day

Find More DNCR Educational Offerings

Explore Our Learning Happens Here website to find more educational programs and opportunities for schools from the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.