Inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for co-inventing Scotchgard.
In 2001, Patsy O'Connell Sherman was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, recognizing her critical role in developing Scotchgard. This achievement highlighted her contributions to the field of chemistry and invention, celebrating her ingenuity and the impact of her work on daily life products. The honor affirmed Sherman's legacy as one of the most influential inventors of the 20th century.