The New England Historic Genealogical Society have sponsored a unique essay contest for students enrolled in grades 5-12. A total of six winners from two categories (grades 5-8 and grades 9-12) will receive $500 and be invited to present part of their essay at a special event in Boston.
The 2020 American Ancestors Young Historians Essay Contest asks students to explore how this 400-year-old history relates to our national, familial, and/or personal stories and identities.
Tribal Students are asked to select one of the following questions to explore in their essay.
How is the story of the Mayflower still relevant today?
What does your tribal history mean to you?
Submissions are due June 10, 2020 and may be submitted online at mayflower.americanancestors.org/essay-contest.
