Get Inspired: 4 New Exhibits at the NIHF Museum

The National Inventors Hall of Fame^® Museum is packed with the remarkable stories of patent-holding inventors and their revolutionary ideas and enduring impact. Located inside the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, the museum offers valuable learning experience with fascinating displays and interactive features that keep visitors of all ages engaged and inspired.

Wondering what new exhibits you can expect to see on your next visit? Read on to find out!

Hall of Fame Legends

Step into the Hall of Fame Legends theater and discover the remarkable stories of innovators who have shaped our world. This state-of-the-art experience celebrates the curiosity, creativity, persistence and pioneering spirit of legendary Inductees and invites you to watch them tell their stories in their own words.

Inside the Induction

Find out what it is like to be a part of The Greatest Celebration of American Innovation^® when you stand behind the podium in our “Inside the Induction” exhibit. Read about the meaning behind the National Inventors Hall of Fame medal and the momentous events that welcome new Inductees each year. A Hall of Fame medal, nameplate, Certification of Induction and lapel pin are all on display, allowing you to get a closer look at these tangible symbols of innovative legacies.

Historical Patent Storage

Did you know that special drawers called “shoes” stored patent documents more than a century ago? Cobblers and cabinet makers built ready-made shoe drawers that just happened to be the exact size needed to file bundles of patents. Today, the USPTO stores all patent documents in an electronic database, but right now at the museum, you can see an important piece of our nation’s patent history!

Five-Tool Inventors

Celebrate extraordinary “five-tool inventors” and the unique combination of skills that set them apart from the rest. You can learn about the five critical skills these creative all-stars possess and find out how these visionaries are shaping the future with their innovative spirit and expertise.

Plan Your Visit

There is so much more to see at the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum. From exploring the ever-expanding Gallery of Icons^® to discovering the “Power of Trademarks,”  you’ll find endless inspiration with every visit – and admission is always free! Start planning your next museum visit now.