Judges sought for National History Day in Minnesota

History enthusiasts and community members are invited to volunteer as judges for several upcoming National History Day in Minnesota competitions.

This includes the Metro Junior West regional contest, which will be held Saturday, March 8, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Central Middle School.

National History Day in Minnesota is part of the Minnesota Historical Society’s educational programming. It promotes in-depth research and critical analysis for students in grades 6 to 12.

Students explore historical topics through projects ranging from performances, exhibits, and documentary films to websites and research papers. This year’s National History Day theme is “Rights and Responsibilities in History.”

Judges evaluate student projects and engage with participants eager to share what they’ve learned. They also provide valuable feedback, including to those advancing to state or national contests. In addition, judges often explore new areas and gain fresh perspectives on historical topics through the projects.

No prior judging experience is necessary at local and regional level contests. Training and orientation will be provided to ensure that all judges feel prepared and confident in their roles.

Anyone interested in becoming a judge can learn more and register by visiting the National History Day in Minnesota website and clicking on Contests & Judging.

Upcoming National History Day in Minnesota contests

Metro area

Metro Junior West
Saturday, March 8, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Central Middle School, Eden Prairie

Metro Junior Central
Monday, March 10, 4 to 9 p.m.
University of Minnesota, West Bank, Minneapolis

Metro Senior
Tuesday, March 11, 4 to 9 p.m.
University of Minnesota, West Bank, Minneapolis

St. Paul Public Schools
Saturday, March 15, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Johnson High School, St. Paul

Minneapolis Public Schools
Saturday, March 22, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Franklin Middle School, Minneapolis

Metro Junior East
Saturday, March 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
White Bear Lake High School, South Campus

Greater Minnesota

Northeast
Saturday, March 1, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
University of Minnesota, Duluth

South Central
Monday, March 3, 4 to 9 p.m.
Minnesota State University Mankato

Southeast
Monday, March 24, 4 to 9 p.m.
Winona State University

Northwest (tentative event)
Tuesday, March 25, 4 to 8 p.m.
Bemidji State University

Central
Saturday, March 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
St. Cloud State University