05/10/2026
Several major exhibits showcase America's historic currency, including the Smithsonian’s "The Value of Money" in D.C., the ANA Money Museum's "Americana Gallery" in Colorado, and the "Minted in History" exhibit running through 2026. These collections feature rare coins, Colonial paper money, and high-denomination notes highlighting America's economic evolution.Key Historic Currency Exhibits[The Value of Money (Smithsonian National Museum of American History): Located in Washington, D.C., this permanent exhibition displays over 300 objects from the National Numismatic Collection, covering 4,000 years of monetary history with a focus on American economic history, from early barter systems to modern coins.Americana Gallery (ANA Money Museum, Colorado Springs): This exhibit showcases the Bebee Collection, featuring rare paper money, including uncut sheets of Silver Certificates, Fractional Notes, and early Federal Reserve notes, tracing the American struggle for economic stability.Minted in History (Kansas City Fed Money Museum): A 2026 exhibit exploring the evolution of currency designs, including how imagery on money changes over time to reflect the nation's culture.America in Circulation (Museum of American Finance): (Note: Previous special exhibit, now available virtually) Features notes from the Colonial era to the present, including rare, high-denomination $5,000 and $10,000 bills.Highlights of Historical Currency FeaturedRare Gold Coins: Displays often include the 1933 $10 gold eagle and the 1855 Wass Molterer & Co. $50 gold piece.The Educational Series of 1896: Renowned for artistic quality, these notes are frequently displayed as the most beautiful paper money in U.S. history.Civil War Currency: Exhibits often cover "greenbacks," fractional currency, and Confederate notes.Early American Coins: Examples showcasing the young nation, including pieces from the early U.S. Mint established in 1792.For a traveling experience, the America's Historic Currency Exhibit™
