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National Inventors Hall of Fame

A geodesic glass dome sculpture sits in the center of a plaza, surrounded by illuminated columns and trees, with a modern glass-fronted building in the background at dusk.
A wall display features a large grid of illuminated hexagons, each containing text, forming a honeycomb pattern. An information panel is visible in the foreground, beside tall windows.
A brightly lit museum exhibit wall showcases the National Inventors Hall of Fame inductees, featuring portraits, names, and achievements of famous inventors with digital displays and text panels.
A hexagonal plaque displays Stanford R. Ovshinsky, Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery, Inducted in 2015 among other similar plaques honoring inventors and their patents.
A car displayed in a museum is split down the middle, with the left half painted red and the right half painted white. The car is a classic Ford Mustang, and informational exhibits are visible in the background.
A car cut in half lengthwise is displayed indoors, showing the interior seats, dashboard, and steering wheel. Informational panels are attached to the sides, and the cars doors are open.
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The newly renovated National Inventors Hall of Fame is located on the United States Patent and Trademark Office campus in Alexandria, VA. Experience the gallery of icons illustrating each of the 500+ Inductees and their great technological achievements that helped stimulate growth for our nation and beyond. The National Inventors Hall of Fame inspires the next generation of innovators by connecting them through the story of invention. Families and groups can interact with and explore our kiosks and archives during their visit.

Located in the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the Museum Store offers a unique selection of merchandise, books, gifts, and apparel related to the USPTO and the National Inventors Hall of Fame.