Historical Writing Club

The Historical Writing Club invites YOU, a middle or high school student, to participate in our inaugural publishing season!

As a member, you will have the opportunity to publish your essays on local history in distinguished journals and collaborate with experienced professors and historians on topics that interest you.

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Why Join the Historical Writing Club?

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Discover the opportunities and experiences that make the Historical Writing Club an invaluable resource for young historians.

Collaborative Learning

The HWC gives members the opportunity to work closely with university professors, professional historians and museum staff, providing mentorship and guidance to deepen their understanding of historical research and writing.

Publication Opportunities

HWC members have the chance to see their hard work recognized and published in distinguished journals, magazines and websites, providing them with a tangible achievement that can enhance college applications and future academic endeavors.

Exclusive Access to Historical Records

The HWC gives members unique access to rare and valuable historical records from participating museums and libraries, allowing them to explore untold stories and develop their research skills in a hands-on environment.

About Us

The Historical Writing Club offers middle and high school students a valuable opportunity to write essays about local history, showcase their research in distinguished journals, and work alongside university professors and historians to expand public knowledge of significant historical topics. Founded in Plainsboro, New Jersey, the club currently focuses on New Jersey history, with plans to broaden its scope in the future.

Meetings will be held on Zoom every other Friday from 5-6pm starting in the fall of 2024.

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HWC Leadership

Niranjan Mohanraj is a senior at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North with years of experience in historical research. He is the president of the school’s National History Day club and has competed in the NHD competition at the Regional, State, and National levels. He is also an intern and Youth Advisory Council member at the Wicoff House Museum, where he has organized exhibits and planned events related to local history.

Kate Nolan is a museum professional with nearly two decades of experience working with small history museums in New Jersey. She currently manages the Wicoff House Museum in Plainsboro, New Jersey. In 2019, she established the museum’s award-winning program, the Youth Advisory Council, which gives teen volunteers an active role in the museum’s ongoing development. She is passionate about advancing youth engagement with museums.

Participating Organizations

Partnering with the Historical Writing Club offers your organization a unique opportunity to engage with the next generation of historians. By collaborating with us, you’ll help foster a passion for historical research among youth, while also gaining fresh perspectives on your collections. Our program connects students with your institution’s resources, encouraging them to produce high-quality, publishable research. This collaboration not only enhances the educational mission of your organization but also strengthens its ties to the community by inspiring young minds to explore and preserve our shared history.

Join us in shaping the next generation of historians by becoming a participating organization, professor or historian.

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