Mission Our mission is to inspire the innovator in everyone. Our vision is that The Tech Museum of Innovation, in partnership with others, will invigorate innovation and inspire learning locally, nationally and globally. Signature Programs The Tech For Global Good - a year-round program designed to create the next generation of innovators ready to tackle the toughest challenges facing our planet. The Tech Challenge - The annual team design challenge for youth in grades 5 through 12 reinforces the scientific process with a hands-on project to solve a real-world problem. View our Mission, Vision, and Values https://www.thetech.org/our-mission-vision-and-values History In 1978, the Junior League of Palo Alto struck upon a grand plan to create a dynamic learning center devoted to science and technology. Twelve years later, "The Garage" swung open its doors at downtown San Jose's former convention center on San Carlos Street and quickly became a valuable educational resource. Just eight years later, The Tech Museum of Innovation moved into a bigger, dazzling building. The Tech has become a landmark for visitors seeking a glimpse of the most inventive place on Earth and a showcase of the latest blockbuster exhibits, high-tech gizmos and wondrous gadgets that continue to define Silicon Valley.