Are you a fan of History? Interested in making an impact for students?
We are always looking for judges for school showcases & our Nevada State Contest.
Judging is a fantastic way to connect with students, support your community, and learn about history. Be a part of Nevada students’ successes as they learn and grow through History Day. Why?
Community involvement
Learn something new
Free lunch
Help students across the state of Nevada
How does judging work? Judges sign up to volunteer at a specific event. Judges evaluate the work of young researchers studying topics related to an annual theme. They work on teams to review entries in a specific category, interview students, and provide written feedback. Judges will also select which projects advance from the State and National levels of competition.
2026 Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
📍 Locations:
Northern Nevada: Nevada State Museum – Carson City
Southern Nevada: Nevada State Museum – Springs Preserve
⏰ Time Commitment:
Judges Orientation & Project Preview: 8:00–9:00 AM (coffee & light breakfast served)
Student Interviews & Guided Museum Exploration: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Lunch & Scoring: 12:00–12:45 PM
Awards Ceremony concludes by 2:00 PM
No prior History Day experience is required. Training, scoring materials, and support are provided—and lunch is included.
What You’ll See
Student documentaries, exhibits, websites, papers, and performances
Original research tied to Nevada, national, and global history
Students making connections between the past and today’s civic challenges
Join Us
If you are able to serve as a judge on February 28, please sign up using the link below. You’ll be asked to select your preferred location and availability.