2026 AFHE History Fair
Event Information:
Phoenix Convention Center, South Building
33 South Third Street, 85004
🇺🇸 Celebrate 250 Years of American History
Overview:
With the United States turning 250 in 2026, this is the perfect time to dive deep into the stories that shaped us, so fire up the glue guns and get ready to share about America’s amazing history! Whether you’re a fan of the Founding Fathers or fascinated by the Space Race, this is your moment to shine.
AFHE invites students to bring history to life through a creative, research-based exhibit. This isn’t just a poster board—it’s an argument for why history matters.
Event Details
- When: July 16th, 2026 (winning projects will be placed on display through the AFHE Convention, July 17-18)
- Where: Phoenix Convention Center, South Building
- Theme: America’s History and People: Colonial through Present Day American History
- Pick an event or person from the Colonial Era to the Present Day and showcase your findings in one of two formats:
- A Classic Tri-Fold Panel: For those who love a visual narrative.
- A 3D Diorama: For the builders who want to recreate a moment in time.
- Children of current AFHE members are eligible to participate; specific guidelines listed on entry form.
Divisions: Early Elementary: Ages 5-8; Middle Grades: Ages 9-13; High School: Ages 14-18 - Prizes: First place entry in each division will win a prize! High School $75; Middle Grades $50; Early Elementary $25
- Entry deadline: June 30
- Entry fee: $8
- Download flyer for complete entry guidelines and event details.