Michigan Invention Convention
The Michigan Invention Convention (MIIC) provides students in grades 3-12 an interactive and interdisciplinary opportunity to use the invention process to create and pitch an original product at a state-wide convention. Students will build their critical thinking and entrepreneurial skills and may have the opportunity to compete in the National Invention Convention Entrepreneurship Expo.
MIIC is much more than a competition. The Henry Ford hopes that the Michigan Invention Convention will bring together problem-solvers, inventors, and entrepreneurs of all ages, backgrounds, and disciplines.
2019 Michigan Invention Convention
Michigan Invention Convention will be held April 27, 2019 at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
Participate in the Michigan Invention Convention
Educators
Learn how you can get your students involved!
Educators of Michigan schools, ISDs, cooperatives, and afterschool programs serving the 3rd-12th grade student population are welcome to participate.
Contact the Educator Ambassador in your school or district for more information. If your school or district does not currently participate in Michigan Invention Convention, contact us at inventionconvention@thehenryford.org.
Resources
- Michigan Invention Convention Teacher Starter Kit - coming soon
- Judging Circles (PDF) - coming soon
- Judging Rubric (PDF) - coming soon
- The Henry Ford's Model I
- The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation
- STEMIE Coalition
- National Invention Curriculum
Youth
Become a Student Participant and compete in an Invention Convention!
Are you a student in grades 3-12? Do you like solving problems? If you do, then Michigan Invention Convention is for you! This program gives you the chance to design an invention that solves a problem in your life, the life of a loved one, or your community. Ask your teacher how to get started!
Professionals & Organizations
Become a Judge to advise and encourage youth inventors!
MIIC Judges come from a variety of disciplines and areas of expertise but are all invested in the education of today’s youth and the idea that innovation and entrepreneurship provide ways for students to think critically and affect change in the world.
Become a Showcase Partner!
Companies, organizations, and professionals are invited to host a table at the Michigan Invention Convention to share their work and impact in areas of STEAM, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Contact Us
For more information on how to get involved, please contact inventionconvention@thehenryford.org with your name, organization, and how you hope to participate.
