HONORING THE CONTRIBUTION OF IMMIGRANTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
A NEW MUSEUM COMING TO CENTRAL TEXAS
CONSIDER THE CONTRIBUTION OF IMMIGRANTS
Since our nation was founded 250 years ago, immigrants have been helping to make it great. They continue to design, build, create, and contribute in so many ways that make life better for all of us.
Learn more about their contributions and their fascinating stories here at The Immigrant Hall of Honor website. Plans include an interactive museum coming to Central Texas. Learn more about this museum and how you can become a part of the journey.
impactING our daily lives
A GREAT AMERICAN LEGACY
From wi-fi, basketball, blue jeans, and so much more, immigrants to the United States have made an immensely positive impact on our daily lives through countless contributions in the fields of science, technology, cuisine, medicine, art, business, engineering, literature, architecture, sports, agriculture, journalism, math, government, as well as music, theater, and film … and others.
In addition to the immigrants featured below, learn about the contributions of all our initial immigrant inductees.
DEVELOPED PRE-CURSOR TO WI-FI
Hedy Lamarr
Citizenship date: 1953
Co-invented a patented system designed during World War II to prevent enemy ships from jamming radio-guided torpedoes, ultimately serving as the backbone for modern-day wireless communication, including wi-fi, GPS, Bluetooth, and cellular networks.
INVENTED BASKETBALL
James Naismith
Citizenship date: 1925
In 1891, seeking a dynamic activity for students at Springfield College, Mass., he invented basketball, which quickly grew into a global phenomenon that today is deeply woven into the fabric of American society and culture.
INVENTED BLUE JEANS
Levi Strauss
Citizenship date: 1853
In 1873, he invented and patented a form of durable denim pants reinforced with rivets and designed for miners and laborers. His invention of blue jeans because a symbol of the American frontier spirit and evolved into a staple of mainstream fashion.
Meet all 10 INAUGURAL inductees
TELL US YOUR STORY
Do you know an immigrant with an interesting or inspiring story? It could be a family member, a friend, or even you! Consider sharing your story and any photographs.
TELL US YOUR STORY
ENGAGE & CONNECT
There are many ways that you can become engaged in this amazing project.