ARK ENCOUNTER Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Thursday, October 28, 2010, a trademark application was filed for ARK ENCOUNTER with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the ARK ENCOUNTER trademark a serial number of 85979575. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Friday, May 5, 2023. This trademark is owned by Answers in Genesis, Inc.. The ARK ENCOUNTER trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, Education & Entertainment Services, Personal, and Legal & Social Services categories with the following description:

Amusement and theme park services

DVDs featuring Christian apologetics; decorative refrigerator magnets; magnets

Non-electronic toy vehicles; positionable three dimensional toys for use in games; toy boats

Stationery; writing paper; pens; paper note tablets; informational pamphlets in the field of Christian apologetics; note books; note cards; note pads; notebook paper; posters; bumper stickers; brochures in the field of Christian apologetics; bookmarks

T-shirts; sport shirts; polo shirts; knit shirts; hats; headwear

Providing a website featuring information about Christian apologetics
ark encounter

General Information


Serial Number85979575
Word MarkARK ENCOUNTER
Filing DateThursday, October 28, 2010
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateFriday, May 5, 2023
Registration Number4385633
Registration DateTuesday, August 13, 2013
Mark Drawing3000 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, October 4, 2011

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesAmusement and theme park services
Description of MarkThe mark consists of stylized letters that make up the work "ARK" including a dove of peace as part of the letter "K" holding a small branch in its beak. The bottom of the "ARK" wording features a wave design. The stylized wording "ENCOUNTER" is below the word "ARK".
Goods and ServicesDVDs featuring Christian apologetics; decorative refrigerator magnets; magnets
Goods and ServicesNon-electronic toy vehicles; positionable three dimensional toys for use in games; toy boats
Goods and ServicesStationery; writing paper; pens; paper note tablets; informational pamphlets in the field of Christian apologetics; note books; note cards; note pads; notebook paper; posters; bumper stickers; brochures in the field of Christian apologetics; bookmarks
Goods and ServicesT-shirts; sport shirts; polo shirts; knit shirts; hats; headwear
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesProviding a website featuring information about Christian apologetics
Disclaimer with Predetermined Text"ARK"

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 31, 2011
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 31, 2011

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 31, 2011
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 31, 2011

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 31, 2011
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 31, 2011

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, May 31, 2011
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, May 31, 2011

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 31, 2010
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 31, 2010

International Class045 - Legal services; security services for the protection of property and individuals; personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 2, 2010
Primary Code045
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 31, 2010
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 31, 2010

Trademark Owner History


Party NameAnswers in Genesis, Inc.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressPetersburg, KY 41080

Party NameAnswers in Genesis, Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressPetersburg, KY 41080

Party NameAnswers in Genesis, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressPetersburg, KY 41080

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, May 5, 2023NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Friday, May 5, 2023REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Friday, May 5, 2023REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Friday, May 5, 2023CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Saturday, October 22, 2022TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Saturday, August 13, 2022COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Tuesday, January 5, 2021APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Tuesday, January 5, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 5, 2021ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, January 5, 2021TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 5, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Saturday, March 30, 2019NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Saturday, March 30, 2019REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Saturday, March 30, 2019CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, February 25, 2019TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Monday, August 13, 2018COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Thursday, May 24, 2018TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, August 13, 2013REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, July 10, 2013NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED
Tuesday, July 9, 2013LAW OFFICE REGISTRATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Monday, July 8, 2013ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Thursday, June 27, 2013NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE E-MAILED
Thursday, June 27, 2013NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Wednesday, June 26, 2013STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Wednesday, May 29, 2013USE AMENDMENT FILED
Wednesday, June 26, 2013DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE
Wednesday, May 29, 2013DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED
Wednesday, June 26, 2013SOU EXTENSION 3 GRANTED
Wednesday, May 29, 2013SOU EXTENSION 3 FILED
Tuesday, June 25, 2013RESPONSE TO ITU OFFICE ACTION ENTERED
Tuesday, June 25, 2013TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Friday, June 7, 2013ITU OFFICE ACTION ISSUED FOR DIVISIONAL REQUEST
Wednesday, May 29, 2013TEAS REQUEST TO DIVIDE RECEIVED
Wednesday, May 29, 2013TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Wednesday, May 29, 2013TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED
Saturday, November 24, 2012NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Friday, November 23, 2012SOU EXTENSION 2 GRANTED
Tuesday, November 20, 2012SOU EXTENSION 2 FILED
Friday, November 23, 2012CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Tuesday, November 20, 2012TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Saturday, May 26, 2012NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Thursday, May 24, 2012SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Thursday, May 24, 2012SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Thursday, May 24, 2012TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, November 29, 2011NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, October 4, 2011OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, October 4, 2011OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, October 4, 2011PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, August 30, 2011LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Thursday, August 25, 2011ASSIGNED TO LIE
Thursday, August 11, 2011APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, July 20, 2011TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Wednesday, July 20, 2011CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, July 20, 2011TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Thursday, January 20, 2011NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Thursday, January 20, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Thursday, January 20, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Thursday, January 20, 2011ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, November 16, 2010TEAS AMENDMENT ENTERED BEFORE ATTORNEY ASSIGNED
Tuesday, November 16, 2010TEAS VOLUNTARY AMENDMENT RECEIVED
Wednesday, November 3, 2010NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE MAILED
Tuesday, November 2, 2010NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Monday, November 1, 2010NEW APPLICATION ENTERED