Our Annual Induction Event is the Greatest Celebration of American Innovation

Together, we honor the newest Inductees to the National Inventors Hall of Fame®.

Each year, we welcome a new class of Inductees who have made exceptional contributions to society. Hosted in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and our sponsors, our Induction Event gives you the opportunity to celebrate alongside the world’s foremost inventors.

Meet Our New Class

Partner with us today and confirm your presence at Induction

As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy an array of benefits while supporting the future of innovation in our country. Join top corporations, organizations and intellectual property leaders in honoring and recognizing the world’s greatest innovators.

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2022 Induction Event Highlights

We invited the world's brightest minds to celebrate our 2022 Inductees, their achievements and their lasting impact.

Our black tie dinner, awards ceremony and Innovation Celebration After Party were held at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Attendees heard inspirational stories and experienced countless unforgettable memories. 

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Relive the best and brightest moments

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Lonnie Johnson speaking on stage at induction ceremony
Group of inductees and sponsors at ceremony dinner
Art Fry, Danica McKellar, and Rox Anderson at photo booth
Group of inductees and sponsors at ceremony dinner
Eraka Bath placing Patricia Baths nameplate at the Illumination Ceremony
Peter Wurman standing by his nameplate at the Illumination Ceremony

Event Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Entrepreneur Sponsor — $50,000

Visionary Sponsors — $25,000

Honor Sponsors — $10,000

Inspire Sponsors — $5,000

Challenge Sponsors — $2,500