Why should I attend the expo?
This is a great family event. There are sessions for students to learn about inventing, the 3M Visiting Wizards host a demonstration that teaches that science is fun on both days of the event, The student inventions are always the hit of the show!! They are on display from 1-4 both days.  On Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., children won't want to miss our latest attraction: Invention Creation Station.  Using materials donated by area business, students can create their own project and enjoy the ability to think outside the box.

Top ten reasons to attend our Invention & Idea Show:
1. You are interested in new products and ideas and know that the fee of $5.00 is a great price to pay for admission and children under 16 are FREE.
2. You are a manufacturer and are interested in adding to your exsisting product lines.
3. You like to invest in new ventures and are looking for a new opportunity.
4. You are a product scout and are looking for new products to represent.
5. You are new to the inventing process and want to see what an invention expo is all about.
6. You like to shop for new products.
7. You are looking for consultants and companies that may be able to help you as you develop your idea.
8. You haven't missed a show in 52 years and won't miss the 53rd event.
9. You provide services for inventors and are looking for new customers.
10. You have attended in the past and know that it is a wonderful way to spend a few hours in Tatanka Bluffs in the heart of the Minnesota River Valley.

2010 Minnesota Inventors Congress Awards List

Vote for your favorite invention (Maynard Speece Award) and see if you and the judges agree!!!

 

Exhibitors compete for the following recognition:

 

• F. Robert Starr Award (Grand Prize)   $1,000.00
• Maynard Speece Memorial Award (People’s Choice)   $500.00

 

• Prof. Otto Schmitt Memorial Innovative Award  Plaque
• Friend of the Environment.  Plaque

 

• Medallions (to recognize merit):  Gold, Silver, Bronze

All gold medallion winners are eligible for the grand prize.

 

• Carl Oja Memorial Award (Best Display)   Plaque
• Gordon Volkenant Memorial Award (Best Working Model)   Plaque
• Oldest Exhibitor   Plaque
• Youngest Exhibitor   Plaque
• Exhibitor Traveling the Longest Distance   Plaque
• Idea/Concept Invention Recognition   Certificate

 

Other Awards presented by organizations and businesses

who support the innovative spirit inspired by the

Minnesota Inventors Congress’ annual invention expo:

 

• AgrAbility Awards: $300, $150 and $75.00 Cash prizes and recognition for the top 3 inventions that assist people with disabilities employed in agriculture.

 

MIC note: Each invention is judged on its own merit. 

By subjective process, panels of independent judges select 

the exhibits that receive these awards.