Important Dates
Calendar Dates & Links
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Teacher Orientation
From 3-4pm
Orientation call for participating Vermont History Day teachers, this session will include information on the annual theme, classroom resources, contest rules, and registration on Zfairs.
TBA
Student Research Day
at the Vermont State Archives & Records Administration, 1078 US-2, Middlesex, VT 05602, time TBA
Working on a Vermont History Day project? The Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (VSARA) is a great place to find real, primary-source documents to make your project stand out.
VSARA keeps the official records of Vermont's government. These records show how laws were made, how big decisions were reached, and how everyday life in Vermont has changed over time.
They can help you dig into the real story behind your topic, straight from the source.
Visit in person: The public reference room is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm. Contact VSARA employees, in advance, to make an appointment. Share the topic that you are researching, so they can have materials ready for you.
- Phone: 802-828-2308
- Email: sos.archives@vermont.gov
Search from home: Can't make it in person? No problem. Check out VT Re•tain, Vermont's online digital archive, where you can search born-digital historical records anytime, anywhere.
February 13, 2027
Student Help and Research Day
at the Vermont History Center, 60 Washington Street, Barre, Vermont, 9am-4pm
Students can receive help with their projects, research Vermont history topics at the library, or consult with History Day experts. Pre-registration is recommended so that we can best assist you on the day of by pulling materials in advance. Online help via Zoom is also available.
Before you go, read these Reference Room Guidelines.
To make an appointment, contact: _______________________
Tuesday, March 9, 2027
Registration Deadline at 11:59 pm for ALL entries including student info, entry category, and project title. This deadline is in place to allow for time to arrange details for the contest. Please plan ahead!
Late entries will not be accepted.
Use online registration system
The registration fee is $3.00 per student. Payment is accepted one of two ways:
- Credit card payments are made through the online registration system.
- Checks may be mailed to the Vermont Historical Society at 60 Washington St. Barre, VT 05641. Registration fees must be paid before the state contest.
Friday, March 19, 2027
Submission Deadline
Papers, Websites and Documentaries must submit all project materials on Zfairs including project, process paper, and annotated bibliography.
- Judges will receive these entries before the contest date and need time to read and review the projects before meeting with students.
- Changes to titles, categories, or participants made after this date may not be reflected in judging assignments or documentation.
Exhibits and Performances must submit process papers and annotated bibliographies on Zfairs.
Note
Schools or parents are responsible for payment of the registration fee for all students registered for the contest on this date.
- Registration fees for students who cancel after this date will not be refunded except under extenuating circumstances.
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Vermont History Day
Vermont History Day will be an in-person contest at St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vermont.
Sunday-Thursday,
June 13-17, 2027
National History Day
Students will represent Vermont at National History Day on the University of Maryland College Park campus.