Happy Father’s Day, Inventor Smart Community! Did you know this holiday has its roots in invention? In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington imagined a day to honor her Civil War–veteran dad, William Jackson Smart. She sketched out the idea, rallied local support, and by June 19, 1910 the first Father’s Day celebration was underway, proof that a single inspired concept can spark a tradition felt around the world. Today we salute every dad, step-dad, mentor, and father-figure who passes on curiosity, problem-solving grit, and the encouragement that fuels new ideas. Whether you taught someone to turn a screwdriver or to trust a crazy-looking prototype, your influence drives innovation forward. Take a moment to share in the comments: 1. A creative lesson you learned from your dad (or a dad-figure) 2. The invention you think makes fatherhood a little easier, or a lot more fun. Here’s to all the fathers who invent better tomorrows one “why not?” at a time. Enjoy the day, you’ve earned it!

Posted by Inventor Smart at 2025-06-15 18:16:33 UTC