Maryland History Day Winners

Each year Maryland students advance to the Maryland History Day state competition.

See which teachers were honored, who walked away with special prizes, and which projects were selected to advance to the 2025 National History Day® competition in College Park, MD.

Maryland History Day 2025 National History Day National Qualifiers (written in order of first and second place)

  • Junior Papers
  • Junior Individual Exhibits
  • Junior Group Exhibits
  • Junior Individual Documentaries
  • Junior Group Documentaries
  • Junior Individual Performances
  • Junior Group Performances
  • Junior Individual Websites
  • Junior Group Websites
  • Senior Papers
  • Senior Individual Exhibits
  • Senior Group Exhibits
  • Senior Individual Documentaries
  • Senior Group Documentaries
  • Senior Individual Performances
  • Senior Group Performances
  • Senior Individual Websites
  • Senior Group Websites

Maryland History Day Teacher Awards

  • Maryland History Day Statewide Middle School Teacher of the Year
  • Maryland History Day Statewide High School Teacher of the Year
  • Anne Arundel County
  • Baltimore City
  • Calvert County
  • Caroline County
  • Carroll County
  • Cecil County
  • Charles County
  • Frederick County
  • Garrett County
  • Howard County
  • Juvenile Services Education Program
  • Montgomery County
  • Prince George’s County
  • Queen Anne’s County
  • St. Mary’s County

2025 Special Prize Winners

  • Excellence in Latine History Award, Sponsored by Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman
  • Marilyn Hatza Award for Excellence in African American History, Sponsored by the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture
  • Award for Excellence In Indigenous History, Sponsored by The Baltimore Reservation Project
  • Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. Award for Excellence in Government History
  • Award for Excellence in Asian History, Sponsored by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County History Department
  • Award for Excellence in Civic Engagement and Action, Sponsored by the Maryland Council for the Social Studies
  • The Barry A. Lanman Award for Excellence in Oral History, Sponsored by Barry A. Lanman
  • Award for Excellence in Labor History, Sponsored by Bill Barry and Friends
  • Eugene J. Becker Award for Excellence in Cybersecurity and Cryptology, Sponsored by National Cryptologic Foundation
  • The George Washington Leadership Prize, Sponsored by George Washington’s Mount Vernon
  • The Major General John E. Morrison Award for Excellence in STEM Education and Innovation, Sponsored by the National Cryptologic Foundation
  • Award for Excellence in Maryland History, Sponsored by the Maryland Center for History and Culture
  • Michael E. Patten Memorial History Award for Best Use of Primary Sources, Sponsored by the Frank Patten Family
  • Award for Excellence in History of Science and Technology, Sponsored by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County History Department
  • Special Prize for Excellence in Women's History, Sponsored by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County History Department
  • Special Prize for Excellence in Women's History, Sponsored by the Maryland Women's Heritage Center
  • Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation, Sponsored by the Maryland Historical Trust
  • Award for Excellence in Legal and Constitutional History, Sponsored by Cynthia Raposo and Joseph Furey
  • Award for Excellence in LGBTQ+ History, Sponsored by Jeanne M. Marcus and Friends
  • Excellence in White House History, Sponsored by the White House Historical Association
  • The Award for Excellence in United States Military History, Sponsored by the Maryland Military Monuments Commission

NHD® and Maryland Humanities Contest Disclaimer

National History Day® and Maryland Humanities does not censor student contest entries based on content. This means that the views and opinions expressed in student entries are those of the students and/or the sources cited in their projects. They may not and often do not represent the views or opinions of National History Day, Inc., Maryland Humanities or its donors, sponsors, supporters, partners, or affiliates.

  • “By using a variety of sources, I was able to get angles on my topic that I wasn’t able to before. Also, I learned so much about a topic near and dear to my heart that will enrich my learning later in life.”

    Maryland History Day 2015 Student
  • “We were very impressed with the depth of research all the students did for their History Day projects. It was fun to see them interacting with each other during the competition and events.”

    Lori and Josh Skillman, History Day Parents
  • “Maryland History Day challenged my daughter to go deeper, deeper in research analysis and presentation. It took her to a whole new level academically.”

    ​Maryland History Day parent
  • “MHD illustrated the applicability of the study of history to contemporary issues and current events. It was very motivating to converse with the students about their historical topic and observe how they applied it to current events and their own life circumstances.”

    ​Maryland History Day parent
  • “The researching and communicating skills have made me a more confident person in all academic endeavors. These are skills that will last me a lifetime.”

    ​Maryland History Day student participant
  • “History Day inspired me to become deeply invested in historical topics which I never thought I’d enjoy. It is an amazing experience that has the ability to make learning fun for everyone, no matter what you’re interested in.”

    Addie Skillman, National History Day Gold Winner
  • “The excitement of the research was wonderful for my students’ academic progress. They now feel capable of doing any research paper that may be assigned in college!”

    Maryland History Day 2019 Teacher
  • “My students became more competent researchers, and took ownership of their work. They had total free reign to choose their topic, direct their research, and create their final project.”

    ​Maryland History Day 2015 Teacher
  • “It provided an opportunity for my child to learn through experiential opportunities. He had interviews and tours that were relevant to his topic that helped the history come alive and create unforgettable memories.”

    Maryland History Day 2015 Parent
  • “[My son] became a real expert in his topic and, he says, developed a life-long love of history, especially the history of music. I cannot thank you enough for this rare and incredible opportunity.”

    Andrea LeWinter, parent of Maryland History Day participant
  • “[The students] learned a variety of ways to present their material and they could focus on what they wanted to learn about. The students had a choice in their learning. It was about their learning NOT what someone else felt they need to learn.”

    ​Maryland History Day teacher
  • “My students went deeper with primary and secondary sources than ever before. They used critical thinking skills and applied the transfer goals and essential questions on a deeper level than they could have in class. It challenged them to think deeper and defend their findings.”

    Maryland History Day 2019 Teacher
  • I’ve loved judging! It’s exciting to see the passion the middle schoolers have put in their projects. I hope that my critiques have helped strive for excellence throughout their lives.

    Dee Krasnansky, Maryland History Day Judge
  • “I think the continual process of improving her research and presentation through the various levels of competition has been incredibly valuable. It has caused her to dig deeper in her research and build upon and refine her work and presentation.”

    ​Maryland History Day parent
  • “I had never done anything like this before so it was a totally new experience to write a paper, be interviewed, and defend my positions. I now really know how to do research and it has improved my writing skills.”

    ​Maryland History Day student
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