Women's History Month, Mary Dixon Kies

In honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the first patent issued to a woman – Mary Dixon Kies. Kies was awarded a patent on May 5, 1809, for her process of weaving straw with silk or thread enabling her to make and sell unique hats. Sadly, the patent file was destroyed by fire in 1836. However, Kies paved the way for female inventors in the United States! #womenshistorymonth #patentfunfacts #bigiplaw