Entry Deadline – Dec 30 every year

SAR Youth Video Contest: Show Your Knowledge of the American Revolution!

The SAR Youth Video Contest is an exciting opportunity to showcase what you know about the American Revolution in a creative video format. Whether it’s a person, battle, document, or event, you can bring the history of the American struggle for independence to life through video. The key is to be creative—your project could be filmed or animated, take the form of a news broadcast, a movie trailer, a music video, or even a rap battle. Let your imagination run wild and show the judges your unique approach!

Important Contest Details:

  • Content Requirements: Your video must be original and based on scholarly research about the American Revolution. It should not violate copyright laws. The focus should be on an event, person, document, or topic from the American Revolution, with an emphasis on the 250th anniversary (though other topics are welcome). The style and perspective are completely open to your creativity.
  • Eligibility: Open to students in grades 6 through 12.
  • Video Length: 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Individual or Group Projects: Both are welcome.
  • Research: At least three research sources must be cited.
  • Deadline: Submit your entry by February 15 for the national contest.

Official Rules from the NSSAR Website (Download)

Release Form (Download)

Contest Application Form (Download)