2024 Coin Convention Information
September 26 - 28, 2024Virginia Numismatic Association (VNA) 65th Annual Convention, Coin & Currency Show
Free Parking and Admission
NEW LOCATION!
RICHMOND RACEWAY COMPLEX
600 E. Laburnum Ave, Henrico, VA 23222
2024 VNA CONVENTION NEWS
Attention VNA Members!
Bring your VNA membership card and you can enter the show one hour early, through the front door.
Early Birds: More information to follow. Contact will be Bourse Chair, Richard Schornak 757 659-0235.
Dealer Drop-off Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. Dealer Setup: Thursday, Sept. 26 from 7:30 am - 11:00 am. Show opens to the Public Thursday, September 26
11:00 am - 7:00 pm.
Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (Home Schoolers Day)
Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (Grandparents/Grandkids Day)
Exhibits - There will be multiple numismatic exhibits on display. Please see the Convention Program, button link below.
Food service - There will be NO food service inside the convention hall.
Food vendors/restaurants are available outside the venue.
Bourse Chair - The Virginia Numismatic Association (VNA) seeks a volunteer to replace the current VNA Convention Bourse Chair, Richard Schornak, who will step down after the 2024 convention.
We seek someone to work alongside Richard this year to gain insight into the workings of the VNA Convention. This is a unique opportunity. Contact VNA President Parry Bragg by phone at (804) 652-9183 or email parrybragg795@hotmail.com to learn more.
Convention Program Ads – Full page dealer ads in the 2024 VNA Convention Program are available for $100. Half page ads are $50, and one-quarter page ads are $25.
September 13, 2024 is the deadline for inclusion in the Convention Program.
Hotel - Information for those attending the 2024 VNA convention: the following hotels are recommended.We are currently working on getting VNA Rates.
Holiday Inn ExpressMechanicsville, VA (804) 559 0022
Hampton InnMechanicsville, VA (804) 559-0559 (front desk)Reservation hotline: 1800-559-0559
Comfort Suites,Glenn Allen, VA (804) 332-5707
These hotels are located in a safe area, with many places to eat locally. More details will be posted when available. Please check back for new information. Convention Banquet Friday, September 27, 2024 6:30 PM The Convention Banquet will be held at Anna's Italian Restaurant 7017 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Guest Speaker: Michael Shutterly Medieval Masterpieces: Eight Salutes to Mary Michael T. Shutterly is an amateur historian who specializes in the study of ancient Rome and the Middle Ages, with a special interest in the art and history of the coins of those periods. He has published articles on ancient and medieval coins in various publications and has received numerous awards for his articles, presentations and exhibits on different aspects of the history of the ancient and medieval world. Michael is a member of the ANA, the ANS, the Association of Dedicated Byzantine Collectors, and numerous other regional, state and specialty coin clubs. The restaurant has offered the VNA a buffet consisting of Chicken Alfredo, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, salad and non-alcoholic beverages for a special rate of $31.50, includes tax and gratuity. Individuals are responsible to pay for their own meals. Cash and check accepted at the door to the banquet room. Banquet attendees will receive a special souvenir. Homeschoolers, Young Numismatists, Grandparents Days Friday is Youth and Homeschoolers Day. There will be a special area and schedule for speakers. Free coins will be given out for participants. Saturday is Parents and Grandparents Day. Speakers and programs will be of broad interest to both children and adults. Award Nominations – VNA members may nominate deserving folks for 2024 VNA awards by sending your name, the name of the nominee, which VNA award, and why they deserve this recognition to Parry Bragg and John Kolos. 2024 Convention Table Layout and Dealers List The Convention Table layout and the list of dealers by table number are linked at the buttons below. 2024 CONVENTION PROGRAM The Convention Program will include the Schedule of Events and a list of all dealers with their table numbers. The Program will be linked to the button below when it is available.
Holiday Inn ExpressMechanicsville, VA (804) 559 0022
Hampton InnMechanicsville, VA (804) 559-0559 (front desk)Reservation hotline: 1800-559-0559
Comfort Suites,Glenn Allen, VA (804) 332-5707
These hotels are located in a safe area, with many places to eat locally. More details will be posted when available. Please check back for new information. Convention Banquet Friday, September 27, 2024 6:30 PM The Convention Banquet will be held at Anna's Italian Restaurant 7017 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Guest Speaker: Michael Shutterly Medieval Masterpieces: Eight Salutes to Mary Michael T. Shutterly is an amateur historian who specializes in the study of ancient Rome and the Middle Ages, with a special interest in the art and history of the coins of those periods. He has published articles on ancient and medieval coins in various publications and has received numerous awards for his articles, presentations and exhibits on different aspects of the history of the ancient and medieval world. Michael is a member of the ANA, the ANS, the Association of Dedicated Byzantine Collectors, and numerous other regional, state and specialty coin clubs. The restaurant has offered the VNA a buffet consisting of Chicken Alfredo, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, salad and non-alcoholic beverages for a special rate of $31.50, includes tax and gratuity. Individuals are responsible to pay for their own meals. Cash and check accepted at the door to the banquet room. Banquet attendees will receive a special souvenir. Homeschoolers, Young Numismatists, Grandparents Days Friday is Youth and Homeschoolers Day. There will be a special area and schedule for speakers. Free coins will be given out for participants. Saturday is Parents and Grandparents Day. Speakers and programs will be of broad interest to both children and adults. Award Nominations – VNA members may nominate deserving folks for 2024 VNA awards by sending your name, the name of the nominee, which VNA award, and why they deserve this recognition to Parry Bragg and John Kolos. 2024 Convention Table Layout and Dealers List The Convention Table layout and the list of dealers by table number are linked at the buttons below. 2024 CONVENTION PROGRAM The Convention Program will include the Schedule of Events and a list of all dealers with their table numbers. The Program will be linked to the button below when it is available.