Patents 101: Learn the Basics - Do you want to protect your invention or design with a patent?

Join us to learn more about the three different types of U.S. patents available for what you invent or create. We will describe the regulations, costs, where to apply, and how to search for existing patents.

The Free Library of Philadelphia is a Patent & Trademark Resource Center (PTRC), one of three in Pennsylvania, designated by the United States Patent & Trademark Office as a resource for those who want information about IP.

Please note: we can’t give legal advice, but we can refer you to local free legal professionals.