Do you know someone who campaigned for civil rights, survived the 9/11 attacks, or made or witnessed history in another way? If so, share his or her story for a chance to win $500 in our annual Eyewitness to History contest.
To enter, interview someone who experienced a historic event in person. Then send us the 500- to 800-word interview in Q&A form, including an introduction saying who you interviewed and why, and a paragraph explaining what you learned from that person. Entries must be postmarked by January 5, 2018. The grand-prize winner will receive $500 and have his or her entry published in JS. Two runners-up will win $250 each. For last year’s winning entries, interview tips, and the official rules and entry form, go to the "Teaching Resources" section below.
Send your entries to:
JS Eyewitness to History Contest
557 Broadway, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10012
For complete rules and the entry form, click here.
No purchase necessary. Contest is open to all JS readers in grades 5 to 10 who are legal U.S. residents. Void where prohibited.