NYC History Day: Center for Brooklyn History Student Archive Visit, Starting your Research

Join the NYC History Day Team for a visit to the Center for Brooklyn History's Othmer Library. Attendees will explore our collections, learn how to research in an archive, and get tips on how to use archival research in History Day projects. We will discuss the many kinds of questions researchers ask and the many places they look for answers. Students will be introduced to the basics of conducting a historical research project, like understanding the difference and importance of primary and secondary sources. Come ready with a topic and questions for the NYCHD Coordinator!

Free to all students and teachers, but please register in advance. Email nychd@bklynlibrary.org if you have any accessibility requests.

 

 

What is History Day? New York City History Day (NYCHD) is the regional contest for National History Day (NHD). New York City middle and high schoolers create projects based on original historical research Winners from NYCHD will have a chance to compete on the state and potentially national history day levels. All participants will be able to gain important research skills, connect with amazing New York City cultural institutions, and have fun! For more information visit bklynlib.org/history-day