The Newport Historical Society’s 2016 essay competition, Big Ideas for a Changing World, asks students to explore the question, “What is happening now in your community, or what could be happening, that has the power to change the future in Rhode Island and potentially the world?” Winners receive tickets to the hit Broadway musical Hamilton: An American Musical, including a post-show dinner and transportation to/from New York City. Two student winners from each Rhode Island county will be selected.
Want some Hamiltonian inspiration as you work on your essay? Check out the following links to resources online:
- In Hamilton: A History, the BackStory podcast explores Alexander Hamilton and his legacy.
- The New York Historical Society’s online exhibit Alexander Hamilton: The Man Who Made Modern America considers how Hamilton’s life and vision has shaped America to the present day.
Click here for more information about the essay contest and submission guidelines.