The Lincoln Presidential Foundation is calling all young filmmakers (ages 14-22) from the Midwest to enter the Latest Generation Film Contest. This year’s theme, "On This Land," invites you to create a short film that connects history with place.
This contest is all about telling your story through the land around you! You can dive into the impact of important events in your area, the stories of local legends, or how industries and civil rights movements shaped your community. You could explore the role of Indigenous peoples on the land, how the place you live has changed over time, or how different groups have made the land their own. Maybe you’re interested in the history of local foods and how they connect to your region, or how art, music, and culture have been influenced by the land. You could even focus on land disputes, migration, or a local landmark with its own history. Whatever you choose, this is your chance to bring the past to life and show how history is written on the land we live on.
A few years ago, one filmmaker won first prize at our previous contest and got to walk the red carpet in Chicago. Now it’s your turn! This contest is a great way to showcase your filmmaking talent while diving into themes that matter to you with help from filmmaking experts.
Details:
Film length: 5 to 8 minutes
No entry fee
Deadline: December 31st
This is your chance to get your film seen, win a cash prize, and even attend a special red carpet event in Chicago! For more information and to submit your film, visit
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The Latest Generation Film Contest is inspired by President Abraham Lincoln’s question to an Indianapolis crowd in 1861: "Shall the liberties of this country be preserved to the latest generation?" This program is made possible by a generous grant from The Better Angels Society through the Amy Margerum Berg Education Fund.
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