Organized in 1891, the American Numismatic Association is a Congressionally-chartered nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and encouraging people to study and collect coins and related items. The Association serves the academic community, collectors and the general public with an interest in numismatics. The ANA helps all people discover and explore the world of money through its vast array of educational programs including its museum, library, publications, conventions and seminars.

Arts & Culture , Education , Libraries , Museums

The Edward C. Rochette Money Museum Through the discovery of money, America’s largest museum dedicated to numismatics brings culture to life. The museum includes exhibits in three main galleries where visitors can find spectacular rarities and learn about the history of our nation and the world as seen through money. Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library Conveniently access the world's largest numismatic lending library and its more than 128,000 books, auction catalogs, periodicals, videos and DVDs. The library features resources and materials including but not limited to coins, paper money, tokens, medals, military orders and decorations, and stocks and bonds. There are also volumes on collecting in general, economics, and banks and banking. Summer Seminar Summer Seminar is a once-a-year opportunity for numismatic learning and camaraderie that offers students a varied selection of week-long courses designed for discovery or continued study. For 50 years, Summer Seminar has featured classes to suit virtually every collector's hobby needs. Most importantly, everyone attending Summer Seminar shares a common trait: a passion for numismatics. eLearning Academy Live online courses and lectures from fellow collectors and professional numismatists. Webinars are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. World's Fair of Money and National Money Show Conventions The ANA hosts two conventions per year in various locations around the United States. Along with a bustling bourse floor, our conventions bring educational Money Talks, scout workshops and youth activities as well as our Museum Showcase exhibiting rarities and numismatic items of local and historical interest. Club meetings, collector exhibits, and social gatherings provide opportunities to get involved in the numismatic hobby.