Central States Numismatic Society Convention Set for April 23-25, 2026

(Schaumburg, Illinois) February 9, 2026 – The Central States Numismatic Society 87th Anniversary Convention Coin Show, April 23-25, 2026, will recognize Missouri as part of a continuing multi-year program to honor all 13 states that comprise the organization’s geographical area.

The 2026 CSNS convention will be held at the same suburban Chicago site as in recent years, the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 North Thoreau Drive, in Schaumburg, Illinois.  There is free parking for visitors and guests at the hotel and convention center.

“We will be giving away 1,000 of the 2017-dated Ozark National Scenic Riverways quarters that commemorate the 134 miles of rivers in southeastern Missouri.  While supplies last, they’ll be available, one per visitor, at the CSNS club tables (A2 and A3). Littleton Coin Company has graciously donated these America the Beautiful Quarters® Program coins,” said CSNS President Mitch Ernst.

As part of this year’s convention theme, collectors are encouraged to set up Missouri-related exhibits at the show.

“Missouri has an interesting history of coins, tokens, and medals, as well as 19th-century National Bank Notes issued by more than 260 banks,” explained Jack Huggins, CSNS Secretary/Treasurer and 2026 Exhibits Chairman. “In keeping with this year’s theme, only Missouri-related exhibits will be displayed in the revamped collector’s exhibit area.”

Collectors who want to display can get an exhibitor’s application on the CSNS website at www.CSNS.org/exhibit-application.

 The show will feature more than 400 dealers’ tables with coins, bullion, tokens, medals, and paper money. The Newman Numismatic Portal will present educational programs each day.

Authentication and grading services, ANACS, CAC Grading Service, Numismatic Guaranty Company, and Paper Money Guaranty will be accepting on-site submissions. Professional Coin Grading Service (www.PCGS.com) will also accept submissions at the show as well as offer on-site grading and encapsulation.

Heritage Auctions, booth #800, is the Official Auctioneer for the convention. Lot viewing for the auction will be in the Nirvana Ballroom on the second level of the convention center.

“Heritage Auctions has enjoyed a long, rich history of unmatched auction success at the CSNS Convention, which remains one of the most important numismatic auction events of the year. For decades, the most serious of collectors have come to Heritage at CSNS to complete important sets and add must-have trophies to their collections,” stated Greg Rohan, President of Heritage Auctions.

“As we celebrate our 50th year and continue our status as the world's premier numismatic auctioneer, Heritage is proud to remain the Official Auctioneer at CSNS, and have every expectation that the coins and featured collections Heritage offers at this venue again will be the most coveted prizes at the convention,” added Rohan.

CSNS Convention Manager Cindy Wibker encourages attendees to book their hotel accommodation now.

“Discount hotel room rates of $179 per night (plus taxes) are available at the conveniently adjoining Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel. Room reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at 847-303-4100 or booked online.

Admission is $15 per day or $30 for a three-day pass. CSNS members and visitors 17 and under are admitted free. Visitors can save time and get a $5 discount by ordering their admission tickets in advance online.

Additional information about the CSNS 87th annual convention will be announced in the coming weeks and posted online. Information is also available by contacting the Convention Manager, Wibker, by phone at 407-221-8737 or by email at convention@CSNS.org.