Press Releases

September 1, 2010
Museum Showcases Rare 18th Century Documents in "America's First IPO" Exhibit

On September 15, the Museum will open “America’s First IPO,” an exhibit on the country’s first public company, the Bank of North America, and the origins of the US stock market.

August 31, 2010
Museum to Publish The Revolutionary Beginning of the American Stock Market

The Museum will publish a beautifully illustrated book on the story of the beginning of the equity side of the American capital markets.

June 23, 2010
Museum to Launch Kids Club

On Saturday, July 31, from 11 am – 2 pm, the Museum will host a “Kids Club” event with activities and programs for families with children ages 7 and up.

June 1, 2010
Dr. Richard Sylla Elected Chairman of Museum of American Finance

Dr. Richard Sylla, one of the nation’s leading financial historians, has been unanimously elected chairman of the board of the Museum of American Finance.

March 30, 2010
Museum Celebrates Financial Literacy Month with Free Programs

To celebrate Financial Literacy Month, the Museum is offering a variety of opportunities for visitors to experience the Museum’s exhibits and programs for free during the month of April.

March 17, 2010
Museum to Open "Scandal!" Exhibit

On Thursday, April 29, the Museum will open “Scandal!: Financial Crime, Chicanery and Corruption that Rocked America,” a richly informative exhibit about the history of financial scandals in America.

January 20, 2010
Museum Launches Weekly Scavenger Hunt

On February 6, the Museum will initiate "Scavenger Hunt Saturdays," a free weekly program for students of all ages.