Community Events

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Community Events 〰️

Veterans Park Elementary School

Ridgefield, CT

May 12, 2025

Elementary school outreach event, New England Numismatic Club (Elliot and Michael) introduced students to American history through the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial Cent series, using the coins as a visual and storytelling tool to explore the stages of Abraham Lincoln’s life. Students learned how each design represents a key chapter in Lincoln’s journey—from his humble birth in Kentucky.

Elementary school Lincoln Cent activity (PDF)

Danbury Library

Danbury, CT

November 10, 2025

Event at the Danbury Library, New England Numismatic Club (Elliot) engaged middle school students in an interactive lesson using the Jefferson nickel to explore American history, symbolism, and design. Students examined real nickels and learned how images, words, and dates on coins reflect important national values, historical figures, and moments in time.

Middle school Jefferson Nickel activity (PDF)

Bethel Senior Citizen Center

Bethel, CT

April 2026, Event date/content to be announced soon