Of the 2016 Shawnee National Forest quarter designs, two depicting Camel Rock received the most support. The site features a unique blend of natural beauty.
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Shawnee National Forest featured 31st in National Park Quarter series
January 21, 2016 – 9:08 am
Formed in the 1930s to protect Illinois’ diminishing forests, Shawnee National Forest offers a unique blend of natural beauty. From expansive oak forests to eye-catching sandstone formations, Shawnee’s visitors are treated to a visual feast. Plus, they can enjoy a variety of recreational activities like hiking, biking, camping and more. The forest is home to […]
The new 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park Quarter is released
November 19, 2015 – 2:03 pm
The new 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter was released in a special ceremony on November 17 at Schuylerville High School in Schuylerville, NY. The Saratoga quarter is the 30th issue of the 2010-2021 National Park Quarter Series, which is honoring a national park or historic site in all 50 states, D.C. and the 5 […]
Design for 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park Quarter is finalized
November 3, 2015 – 10:03 am
The United States Mint has announced the final design for the Saratoga National Historical Park quarter. The reverse of the coin will feature a close-up depiction of British General John Burgoyne surrendering his sword to American General Horatio Gates at the conclusion of the Battle of Saratoga, along with the inscription british surrender 1777. Inscriptions […]
2015 Saratoga National Historical Park Quarter candidate designs
September 30, 2015 – 8:48 am
Ten different candidate designs for the 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter were submitted for consideration by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA), the secretary of the Interior, and the governor of New York where the park is located. The CCAC has endorsed design SNHP-03 featuring a close-up depiction […]
