National History Day 2008
The National Archives Central Plains Region is pleased to participate in National History Day! Each year, thousands of middle and high school students and teachers participate in National History Day (NHD), a year-long educational program that culminates in a national contest every June. The National History Day program provides a unique opportunity for students to gain first-hand experience conducting historical research and producing historical exhibits, essays, documentaries, media projects and performances.
Participation in the NHD program begins at the local level, where regional activities feed state and national competitions. Students and teachers are encouraged to take advantage of the rich array of local history resources in our community -- libraries, museums, and historic sites -- to pursue topics of local, regional, or national interest in conjunction with the 2008 theme: Conflict and Compromise in History.
Learn more about the 2008 theme, and local events in your area, visit the National History Day web site.
To contact state coordinators within the Central Plains Region, please follow the web links below:
National Archives Resources for the 2008 Theme
View examples of records and topics that we hold that correspond with the National History Day theme.
To schedule a research orientation or talk to an archivist, e-mail kansascity.educate@nara.gov. You can also write to them at the National Archives and Records Administration, Central Plains Region, 2312 E. Bannister Rd., Kansas City, MO 64131.
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