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31 Best Public Domain-Themed Templates
for PowerPoint & Google Slides

CrystalGraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. Below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 31 best public domain templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. The text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. The public domain-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your public domain-related topics and it is included with that template. In addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. And every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, CrystalGraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. So, take your time and look around. You’ll like what you see! Whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. Thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, CrystalGraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. Just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. They love our products. We think you will, too!

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Presentation with public domain - Beautiful PPT theme featuring anatomy of the human ear backdrop and a light gray colored foreground

Anatomy Human Ear Vintage Engraving

The Anatomy of the Human Ear is a masterpiece of anatomy that has captivated audiences for centuries. A stunning vintage engraving from Harper's Monthly magazine 1880, currently in public domain by virtue of age, serves as an exquisite backdrop to explore the intricacies of this ancient subject matter. This Sidebar Title template is designed to take you on a journey through the enigmatic world of human anatomy. The Crimson color palette provides a dramatic and eye catching foundation for your presentation. With four How To slides at the start of the deck to get you up and running quickly, you'll be well on your way to creating engaging presentations that will leave your audience in awe. The Background images are a feast for the eyes, offering high resolution renditions of vintage anatomical illustrations. These visuals will transport you and your viewers to a bygone era of surgical techniques and groundbreaking discoveries. Including a background with features such as medical tools and antique instruments adds depth and context to your content, making it easier to convey complex ideas in an accessible way. The anatomy slides are lavishly captioned, providing valuable information about the subject matter while also adding a touch of drama to the visuals. From "The Ear's Complex Labyrinth" to "The Inner Workings of the Stapes," each slide is meticulously crafted to showcase the intricate details of human anatomy. Enhancing these images with subtle animations and transitions adds a dynamic element to your presentation, keeping the viewer engaged from start to finish. A perfect blend of style and substance, this Sidebar Title template is the perfect starting point for any educator or researcher looking to create high quality presentations that inspire and educate.

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Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

Imagine standing in a dimly lit, rustic study surrounded by stacks of ancient tomes and dusty maps, the air thick with the scent of parchment and old books, as you gaze upon a vintage still life that seems frozen in time a majestic compass stands proudly next to a sextant, their brass surfaces gleaming in the faint light, while a worn leather map lies open on an ornate wooden desk, its yellowed pages crackling with age, all set against a goldenrod background sourced from the Library of Congress. This stunning image is what awaits you when you download and utilize CrystalGraphics' Wide Title template, featuring a majestic Goldenrod color palette, infused with the essence of feathers and parchment, as well as the subtle hint of empty space, this template will transport you to a bygone era, making it an ideal choice for presentations that require sophistication, elegance, and a touch of nostalgia. This template is part of our vast library of premium templates, featuring 60+ layouts that are sure to enhance your visual content. From slideshows to infographics, our templates cater to all your presentation needs, providing you with the perfect blend of style, professionalism, and flexibility. With CrystalGraphics' Wide Title, you can include a Background With feature to create visually striking slideshows, or have a Theme of Featuring to highlight your key points in an engaging way. Additionally, Having a Theme of Including a Background With allows for seamless integration of images into your presentation. Make the most out of this template with our premium features, and elevate your presentations to the next level. Whether you're a student or an industry professional, our Wide Title is perfect for creating stunning slideshows, posters, brochures, and more. Download it now and start showcasing your creativity with ease, featuring all sorts of possibilities for customization and branding integration.

Presentation with public domain - PPT theme consisting of background is in public domain background and a coral colored foreground

Old Vintage Retro Golden Compass

The art of crafting a visually striking and nostalgic PowerPoint template has finally been unleashed upon us, courtesy of CrystalGraphics. To behold this masterpiece is to revel in the majesty of a bygone era, where ancient maps and vintage instruments serve as the foundation for a rich tapestry of design and color. The "Wide Title" template boasts a dramatic design name that sets the tone for an immersive experience, featuring intricate details such as golden accents and elegant typography. This Dark Goldenrod themed template seamlessly integrates with a Widescreen format, which allows for stunning high resolution images to be placed front and center in this case, the iconic Abraham Ortelius map from 1570, sourced from the Library of Congress. This nostalgic treasure trove is replete with retro styled elements, including an old fashioned compass on a vintage style ancient map. The overall aesthetic is enhanced by the inclusion of gold accents throughout, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to this truly unique design. As you embark on your presentation journey, four How To slides will help you get up and running quickly. Featuring ample guidance and a clear roadmap for success, these slides provide a solid foundation for crafting a compelling narrative that draws your audience in. With the "Wide Title" template, having a theme of 'old fashioned' is effortlessly achieved it's as if one has stepped into a bygone era.

Presentation with public domain - Presentation theme enhanced with retro compass on ancient map background and a red colored foreground

Old Vintage Retro Compass Ancient

The world's most iconic navigation system is getting a retro makeover The world's most iconic navigation system is getting a retro makeover with the Wide Title template, a stunning Widescreen design that transports you to an ancient wonder Featuring Featuring Featuring Featuring a map of 17th century Belgium on a high resolution background in your own browser Including a Background With a rich and detailed map source from the Library of Congress and Abraham Ortelius' vintage world map. The Wide Title template is designed with you in mind, coming with four How To slides to get you started quickly: Understanding The Basics, Creating Navigation Bars, Adding A Map Overlay and Enhancing Your Theme. From an old fashioned compass to a retro instrument design, the template's rich color palette of Chocolate combines perfectly with high resolution images for your World map. The 5 Stages Pentagon Layout slide is a great place to start building your navigation system, where you can create interactive stages that lead users from left to right Through each stage. This visual representation of the navigation process will help guide your audience and make your presentation more engaging Having A Theme Of Navigation With The World map as the backdrop Enhancing Your Content with a rich and detailed world map. The template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, featuring a high resolution image for the background Map source: Library of Congress Year: 1570 Country: Belgium Author: Abraham Ortelius (1527 1598) As inspiration take a look at this example: Imagine you're creating an interactive navigation system for your travel blog highlighting unique old world destinations, such as Amsterdam or Bruges. With the Wide Title template, you can create an immersive experience Featuring A Background Map of one of these cities on high resolution images and rich colors of Chocolate, guiding users through the different stages Of Your Storyline Including a Background With The World map Source: Lonely Planet

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Old Vintage Retro Compass Ancient

The Wide Title template is designed to transport you back in time with its unique blend of old fashioned charm and retro styled navigation. The Widescreen format will take you on an epic journey through the globe, featuring breathtaking high resolution images for the background that showcase the world's most incredible landscapes and cultures. This captivating template is crafted from a rich Burly Wood Colored color palette, evoking the warmth and character of yesteryear's vintage maps. The resulting design exudes a sense of nostalgia and adventure, perfectly capturing the essence of exploration and discovery. As you delve deeper into this stunning template, you'll discover that it's not just a pretty picture it also includes features such as including a background with 4 How To slides to get you up and running quickly, featuring a seamless integration of Google Slides compatibility, enhanced navigation using a prominent Dart on Target Layout slide, and a comprehensive theme of enhancing your presentation with a world class design.

Presentation with public domain - Presentation with used is in public domain background and a coral colored foreground

Old Vintage Retro Golden Compass

Presentation with old vintage retro golden compass on ancient map the map used is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598

Presentation with public domain - Colorful presentation theme enhanced with background is in public domain backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

As you delve into the world of visuals and presentations with CrystalGraphics' Wide Title template, get ready to elevate your content creation experience. This design name perfectly captures the essence of its wide screen format, where every detail is taken care of to ensure an immersive viewing experience. The Goldenrod color palette, a warm and inviting hue that evokes feelings of comfort and sophistication, sets the tone for a visually stunning presentation. This template is specifically designed with the parchment and book themes in mind, featuring high resolution images for the background to create a realistic and authentic look. For instance, you could include an image of an old parchment map from the Library of Congress, perhaps representing the geographical features and cartographic details that are characteristic of early European explorations. The template is also compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to integrate into your presentation workflow. To give you a better idea of what this template can look like in action, consider the Dart on Target Layout slide. This layout feature allows for seamless integration of graphics and text elements, creating a dynamic and engaging visual flow. Imagine having a beautifully rendered image of a compass needle striking a target, accompanied by a quote or phrase that adds depth and meaning to your content. In terms of features and enhancements, this template includes everything you need to enhance your presentation, from the High Resolution Images for Backgrounds to the customizable Dart on Target Layout. Featuring a rich color palette and professional design elements, this template is sure to make your presentations stand out and leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Presentation with public domain - Cool new slide set with background is in public domain backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

Slide set with vintage still life with compass sextant and old map map used for background is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598

Presentation with public domain - Audience pleasing PPT theme consisting of public domain - male and female fire fighters backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Male Female Fire Fighters Before

PPT theme consisting of male and female fire fighters before next alert

Presentation with public domain - Audience pleasing presentation theme consisting of cute little shiba dog sleep at home backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

Presentation theme consisting of vintage still life with compass sextant and old map map used for background is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598 backdrop

Presentation with public domain - Colorful slides enhanced with earth image in public domain backdrop and a light gray colored foreground

Sad Businessman Holding Earth Sitting

Slides enhanced with sad businessman holding the earth and sitting on sofa isolated on white background earth image in public domain and furnished by nasa

Presentation with public domain - Colorful presentation enhanced with background is in public domain backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

Presentation enhanced with vintage still life with compass sextant and old map map used for background is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598

Presentation with public domain - Audience pleasing PPT layouts consisting of public domain - female fire fighters in emergency backdrop and a red colored foreground

Female Fire Fighters Emergency Operation

The spotlight is on you, and your career as a female firefighter is about to take center stage in this stunning Wide Title template from CrystalGraphics. This Widescreen design features a bold and eye catching theme that perfectly captures the essence of firefighting, with a warm tomato color palette that exudes energy and passion. This template is specifically designed for Google Slides, making it easy to import high resolution images into your presentation. The background images are carefully selected to feature stunning high quality photos of female firefighters in action, showcasing their bravery and dedication to the job. These images will be a great addition to any slide, enhancing the overall theme and atmosphere. The template itself is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, ensuring that you can easily import it into your presentation. With its unique design and color palette, this template is sure to make a statement in any room. The 4 How To slides at the start of the deck will help you get up and running quickly, but for now, let's focus on the excitement of showcasing your career as a female firefighter. The template includes a range of features that will enhance your presentation, including a "Featured" section that highlights key information about firefighting careers. The layout is also carefully designed to include a background with a subtle fire engine pattern, adding an extra layer of realism and depth to the design. Having a theme of showcasing female firefighters in action, this template is sure to inspire and motivate your audience. As you create your presentation, consider including captions that highlight the importance of firefighting careers for women, such as "Breaking down barriers" or "Empowering women through STEM". This will not only add context to your slides but also make them more engaging and thought provoking. With its unique

Presentation with public domain - Cool new presentation design with background is in public domain backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

Presentation design with vintage still life with compass sextant and old map map used for background is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598 backdrop

Presentation with public domain - Amazing slide deck having background is in public domain backdrop and a gold colored foreground

Old Vintage Retro Compass Ancient

Slide deck having old vintage retro compass on ancient map the map used for background is in public domain map source library of congress country belgium year 1570 author abraham ortelius 1527-1598 backdrop

Presentation with public domain - Presentation theme enhanced with is in the public domain background and a light blue colored foreground

Open Bible Front Blue Sky

Presentation theme enhanced with open bible in front of a blue sky background with copy space bible version is the king james version of the bible which is in the public domain

Presentation with public domain - Slides with background is in public domain background and a yellow colored foreground

Vintage Pirate Retro Compass Ancient

The vintage pirate retro compass on ancient world map is set against a stunning backdrop of high resolution images in the Sienna color palette that will transport you to the 17th century. This Widescreen template is designed specifically for Google Slides and offers a unique blend of old fashioned charm, navigation style elements, and instrument inspired design motifs. The warm tones of the Sienna color scheme evoke a sense of nostalgia, while the retro styled templates ensure that your presentation will be a true time capsule. The sienna color palette features rich shades of terracotta, golden brown, and muted reds, which were commonly used in navigation and cartography during the 17th century. You can feature this color scheme by including a background image with a vintage style map, such as Abraham Ortelius' 1570 world map, as part of your presentation. The template includes a Widescreen layout that perfectly adapts to different screen sizes, ensuring an immersive viewing experience for your audience. The Widescreen aspect ratio features 16:9 pixels, making it ideal for displaying images or videos while maintaining the original proportions. Additionally, having a theme of navigation style elements will help you enhance the overall look and feel of your presentation. The 4 x 4 Org Chart Layout slide is an essential part of any corporate training deck. This layout provides a clear and concise overview of your organization's structure, with each section featuring a simple and easy to read format that includes key team members, departments, and roles. Having this slide in place will help you to get up and running quickly, making it easier for you to deliver high quality presentations to your audience. To add an extra layer of interactivity to your presentation, consider including Google Slides features such as animations, transitions, and real time collaboration tools. These features will allow you to engage with your audience in a more dynamic way, making your presentation truly memorable and impactful.

Presentation with public domain - Slides with earth image in public domain background and a coral colored foreground

Santa Claus Holding Bag Presents

Slides with santa claus holding bag of presents and the earth isolated on white background earth image in public domain and furnished by nasa

Presentation with public domain - Beautiful presentation featuring is currently in public domain backdrop and a dark gray colored foreground

Great Fire New York 1835.

Presentation featuring great fire of new york in 1835 vintage engraving from harper's monthly magazine 1881 the image is currently in public domain by the virtue of age backdrop

Presentation with public domain - Cool new theme with background is in public domain backdrop and a gold colored foreground

Old Vintage Retro Golden Compass

In the depths of time, where ancient maps hold secrets and mysterious stories, lies a treasure trove of inspiration waiting to be uncovered. This timeless design, aptly named Wide Title, invites you to step into a retro styled world of nostalgia and elegance. The template features an attention grabbing old fashioned compass on a golden map background, set against the warm tones of a chocolate colored palette that exudes sophistication and luxury. High resolution images of vintage instruments adorn the design, adding depth and character to this masterpiece. The overall aesthetic is reminiscent of bygone eras, where navigation was an art form rather than a science. This template is more than just a pretty face it's also fully downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to incorporate into your workflow. Whether you're a designer, instructor, or student, this template offers 60+ layouts to enhance your presentation, including backgrounds that can be used as is or featuring a custom navigation system. Our Premium Templates are some of the best in the business, offering an unparalleled range of designs and features that will elevate your presentations from good to great. Featuring a timeless design aesthetic, these templates are sure to stand out in any meeting or presentation setting. Including a Background With rich textures and colors, Having a Theme of modern elegance, they're perfect for incorporating into your slide deck.

Presentation with public domain - Audience pleasing presentation theme consisting of background is in public domain backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Still Life Compass,sextant

In the heart of Europe's artistic and scientific heritage, lies a vintage still life that has stood the test of time, its intricate details and symbolism waiting to be unlocked. Unveiling this masterpiece is not just about admiring beauty, but also about uncovering its hidden meanings and stories. The intricate patterns on the parchment like surface, the delicate curves of the compass, and the sextant's precision all point towards a rich history that spans centuries. This still life is indeed a feast for the eyes, featuring an array of objects that evoke nostalgia and wonder. A backdrop of high resolution images, including maps from the 16th century, will transport your audience to a bygone era. The template, Wide Title, is designed with a dark goldenrod color palette that evokes feelings of warmth and sophistication. It's the perfect accompaniment to a presentation that features illustrations such as Abraham Ortelius' world map from 1570, which will add an extra layer of depth and authenticity to your content. The template incorporates keywords like feather, parchment, empty, navigation, and golden, creating a cohesive look that resonates with high resolution images. The 3 x 3 Org Chart Layout slide is particularly valuable, as it provides context and structure for presenting a team or organization's organizational structure. Having this layout at the forefront will help you effectively communicate your message and provide necessary information to your audience. This template is not just a static design; it's an interactive one that allows you to enhance its features with additional elements such as including a background with maps, having a theme of navigation and exploration, or even featuring text overlays that highlight specific points in your presentation. It will also be downloadable on Google Slides, making it easy for your audience to incorporate into their own content. When working with this template, keep in mind the four initial slides at the start of the deck, which can help guide you through the process of getting started quickly. These might include How To slides on template usage, image editing, and basic formatting tips.

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