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Do you want to grow your intellectual property (IP) knowledge and gain access to resources, business experts, and accomplished innovators? Then join us for the United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) free flagship conference for inventors, makers, and entrepreneurs. Don't miss the second day of Invention-Con 2024, happening in person only, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for a USPTO headquarters open house and resource fair. Talk with patent and trademark subject matter experts from the offices and agencies below, tour our Public Search Facility, and learn more about free resources.
- USPTO Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRCP)
- USPTO Office of International Patent Cooperation (OIPC)
- USPTO Office of Patent Stakeholder Experience (OPSE)
- USPTO Patent Pro Bono Program
- USPTO Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA)
- National Inventors Hall of Fame
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Smithsonian
Come enjoy activities for all ages! The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum will be open day two of Invention-Con. The museum inspires the next generation of innovators by connecting them through the story of invention with an interactive gallery of icons allowing them to discover how innovators have shaped the world around us. The National Crime Prevention Council is also excited for another year of consumer education and partnership at Invention-Con hosting games and learning opportunities for children of all ages. The Lemelson Center and its Spark!Lab team, a hands-on exploration center that provides opportunities for children and families to explore their inventive creativity, are thrilled to join Invention-Con this year to lead children of all ages through a series of hands-on, STEM-focused activities!
Register today to attend the second day of Invention-Con 2024. Please note: day two is in person only.
Also, don't miss the first day of Invention-Con 2024, happening virtually and in person, August 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the USPTO headquarters. Visit the day one event page for more information and to register.
- Learn how accomplished innovators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and business owners use IP to achieve success
- Discover resources available to assist at every stage of your journey
- Connect with experts who can help you develop a strategy for your innovation, from idea to market
Invention-Con 2024 program page
Visit the Invention-Con 2024 program page to ensure you get the most out of your conference experience:
- Connect with assistance and resources: Get information about assistance and resources available from the USPTO, partners, and federal agencies.
- Learn on-demand: Watch some informational videos to get you ready for this conference.
- New to intellectual property (IP)? Get your IP basics with links to free informational resources.
Access Invention-Con program page
For more information, or if you have any questions or comments, please email us at inventioncon@uspto.gov. View recordings of our past programs on the Invention-Con event series page.
Invention-Con is the USPTO's annual conference for independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and small business owners whose success depends on guarding their creative work. This program is presented by the USPTO's Innovation Outreach Division.
Accessibility accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.