January 15, 2019 -
Looking for lesson plans on a specific U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia? Check out our featured state-specific lesson plans below.
June 6, 2018 -
By Jill Westeyn June 6, 2018 Have you ever felt like numismatics has gone to the birds? The bird most associated with U.S. coinage is the bald eagle—rightly so, since the eagle is our national bird. U.S. coins have featured...
September 27, 2017 -
The 2009 District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program brings the District and territories to this popular circulating coin. Designed by teachers for teachers, each lesson plan includes everything you will need to create stimulating learning experiences for your...
September 28, 2017 -
Try these fun activities to bring the excitement of State Quarter Day right into your classroom! Explore your mottos with your students through coins. Give each of your students a penny to examine for its traits. When they mention the...
September 29, 2017 -
The 50 State Quarters Program is a hit with kids! Thousands of children are collecting these unique coins – one commemorative quarter for each state in the Union – and learning more about their country’s history and heritage. Bring the...
January 27, 2017 -
News Image Library For more information on these coins, visit their Coins and Medals page. Are you interested in using images or designs of circulating coins? Please consult the United States Mint Circulating Coin Policy for more information. District of Columbia Commonwealth of...
January 7, 2020 -
News Image Library For more information on these coins, visit their Coins and Medals page. Are you interested in using images or designs of quarters issued under the 50 State Quarters Program? Please consult the United States Mint 50 State Quarters Design...
June 14, 2010 -
WASHINGTON — The United States Mint today announced the end of all sales for its 2009 District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Official First Day Coin Covers, effective June 30, 2010. The coin covers are priced at $14.95 each. Orders...
January 7, 2010 -
WASHINGTON — The United States Mint will accept orders for the Northern Mariana Islands Official First Day Coin Cover beginning at noon Eastern Time (ET) on January 12, 2010. Production is limited to 20,000 units. The Northern Mariana Islands Official...
December 9, 2009 -
GARAPAN, Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands — Citizens of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands rallied today in American Memorial Park, to welcome the new commemorative quarter–dollar struck in honor of the U.S. territory. “The design chosen...
