Annual Theme
National History Day's Annual Theme:
Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History
Every year National History Day® frames students’ research within a historical theme. The theme is chosen for the broad application to world, national, or state history and its relevance to ancient history or to the more recent past.
The 2026 theme is Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History.
The Connecticut State Library has posted their LibGuide for the 2025 Annual Theme, check it out here and start brainstorming topic ideas! The LibGuide for the 2026 Annual Theme will be out shortly!
2026 Theme Introduction Video
