The Starke County Historical Society has shared that the Indiana Historical Society is looking for judges for their National History Day in Indiana competition.
NHDI is open to students from fourth through twelfth grade, and asks them to create projects on various historical topics that fit within an annual theme.
In 2026, there are four regional competitions around the state that need judges. IHS is recruiting judges for their North Regional contest, scheduled to take place in Mishawaka on Saturday, February 21st, 2026.
Contest judges are vital to the success of HNDI, as they provide valuable feedback that encourages students to continue their interest and exploration of history. Judges do not have to have any specific knowledge of history to participate, but rather an interest in encouraging students to build on their projects and be willing to provide and write detailed feedback.
Judges will only be needed from approximately 8am to 2pm on the day of the competition and will receive training documents prior to the competition, as well as breakfast and lunch the day of.
Those interested can sign up here.
