Whitman Baltimore Coin Expo Opens Nov. 12 With Free Admission

Auction lot viewing and America's 250th anniversary collectibles highlight the three-day event

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The Whitman Fall Coin & Collectibles Expo returns to the Baltimore Convention Center Nov. 12–14, bringing hundreds of dealers and thousands of collectors together for three days of buying, selling and numismatic activities. The event is free to attend during regular public hours.

Whitman Baltimore Coin Expo Fall 2026 Banner
Whitman Expos retuns to the Baltimore Convention Center for 3 days of of buying selling trading and discovery November 12 14 2026 Image courtesy Whitman Brands

Spread across Halls A, B and C, the show will feature U.S. and world coins, bullion, paper money, medals and other collectibles, along with grading services, educational programs, club meetings and giveaways.

This year’s event also celebrates America’s 250th anniversary and 80 years of A Guide Book of United States Coins, better known as the Red Book. Whitman will offer its 2026 U.S. 250th Anniversary collection of circulating, proof and commemorative coins for sale.

“November in Baltimore is when the whole hobby comes together, and this year the market is giving everyone extra reason to show up,” said Christy Burbank, general manager of Whitman Expos.

Stack’s Bowers Auction Preview

A major attraction will be lot viewing for the Stack’s Bowers Galleries Fall 2026 Showcase Auction, featuring Part II of the Mack C. Chase Collection of Walking Liberty Half Dollars.

Show Entrance
The Fall flagship show at Baltimore nvention Center will host hundreds of dealers auction lot viewing kids activities book signings retail supplies social media and more Image courtesy Whitman Brands

Collectors can examine auction lots Nov. 10–13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Room 307 of the convention center. The auction follows Nov. 16–20 and 23–25, comprising 11 live and online sessions.

Scouting America
Caption Cub Scouts can earn the Adventures in Coins elective or Scouts can work toward or earn their Coin Collecting merit badge at Saturdays internatice workshop Image courtesy Whitman Brands

Other highlights include a Rarities Night session featuring the Alabama Family Collection, along with early American coins, U.S. currency, medals, tokens and physical cryptocurrency collectibles.

Fall Expo Highlights

Beyond the dealer floor and auction lot viewing, the Expo offers additional activities for collectors of all ages, including:

  • Young collectors: Daily Kid’s Nook activities at Booth 148 and a planned Scouting America coin collecting workshop Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon.
  • Coin grading: On-site submissions accepted by major grading services.
  • Raffles and giveaways: Hourly opportunities for attendees.
  • Educational programs: ANA introductory grading class Nov. 10–11, collector club meetings and public presentations.
  • Book signing: Researcher Robert L. Rodriguez will sign copies of The Continental Dollar: A Journey of Discovery on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 1:30 p.m.

Show Hours and Admission

The Expo’s main entrance is through the Charles Street Lobby of the Baltimore Convention Center. Free public admission is available during these hours:

  • Thursday, Nov. 12: Noon to 6 p.m.
  • Friday, Nov. 13: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Nov. 14: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Government-issued photo identification is required for visitors age 16 and older. Early bird admission costs $100, with entry beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

A trade-only PNG Dealer Day precedes the public show on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Advance registration is encouraged to speed check-in, although walk-ins are welcome. Additional information and registration are available at WhitmanExpo.com.

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