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Invention Convention Michigan
Invention Convention Michigan brings together problem solvers, inventors and entrepreneurs of all ages, backgrounds and disciplines, and inspires our students to become the next generation of innovators.
Building Skills for life
Invention Convention Michigan 2024
Our program provides students in grades 3-12 an interactive and interdisciplinary opportunity to use the invention process to create and pitch an original product at the prestigious Invention Convention in Michigan. Students will build their critical-thinking and entrepreneurial skills, and may qualify to compete at Invention Convention U.S. Nationals.
Important Dates
Invention Convention Michigan 2025
September 2024-February 2025
Program and Curriculum Implementation begins
February-March 2025
ICM Hubs host regional competitions
March 1-April 16, 2025
ICM State Finals Student Registration Period
Invitation-only, through a qualifying regional contest
May 3, 2025
Invention Convention Michigan State Finals competition
June 4-6, 2025
Invention Convention U.S. Nationals competition
What is inHub?
Empower innovative thinking by activating The Henry Ford Archive of American Innovation through experiences, resources and a global learning community focused on reducing the innovation opportunity gap.
What is The Henry Ford?
The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan, is an internationally recognized cultural destination that brings the past forward by immersing visitors in the stories of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation that helped shape America.
Invention Convention Worldwide
Invention Convention Worldwide teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship and creativity skills, and builds confidence in invention, innovation and entrepreneurship.