The National Inventors Hall of Fame is a national organization dedicated to inspiring creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship in young people while honoring the visionaries whose ideas have shaped the world. Since its founding in 1973, the organization has worked to promote inventors as role models and connect world-changing innovation with today’s youth through education, storytelling, and hands-on learning.
Through a wide range of STEM education programs, the National Inventors Hall of Fame supports students, families, and educators from preschool through professional development. Programs emphasize hands-on exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These experiences help young learners develop confidence as creators and innovators while gaining exposure to the invention process.
The organization partners with schools, districts, and educators across the United States and Puerto Rico, working with more than 2,500 schools and districts in a single year. Its programs have impacted more than 4 million children, students, educators, and innovators nationwide, helping make STEM education more accessible in diverse communities. Opportunities are available for families, educators, and school districts seeking to bring innovation-focused learning into classrooms and extracurricular settings.
In addition to education programs, the National Inventors Hall of Fame honors the legacies of U.S. patent holders through its museum and Hall of Fame Inductees. In partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the organization preserves and celebrates the history of American ingenuity while inspiring future generations to see themselves as inventors.
Supported by thousands of philanthropic partners, sponsors, and donors, the National Inventors Hall of Fame continues to shape the future of innovation. By combining education, inspiration, and recognition, the organization plays a vital role in building a stronger, more innovative workforce and empowering young minds to imagine and create what’s next.