Historical Display

Historical Display Contest TC2900

The Historical Display Committee was formed in March 1994 for the purpose of enhancing the appreciation of PTO employees for the fascinating history of the Patent and Trademark Office.

The method we have chosen to carry out this purpose is by selecting projects centered around placing historical type displays in prominent spots somewhere in the PTO that draws attention to the history of the PTO and/or to the PTO Museum. The PTO Museum was established by the PTO to increase public awareness of the role played by intellectual property in our National economy and also to raise awareness of the unique history of the Office. The museum is located in Madison West.

Among our past projects have been placing a historical type display case in the Parker Law library located in the lobby level of Madison West. The display case contains a number of historical patent-related artifacts, including an old Society Journal and photographs of patent examiners from 1872 and 1895.

To help us to carry out our efforts, we are looking for history and display design enthusiasts throughout the PTOS.  If you would like to try your hand at helping us with our history-related activities, please contact Committee Chairman Eric Keasel at 571 272 4929.