You are here

Home » Commemorative Quarter Places Old Faithful Geyser, Bison On a Quarter

Commemorative Quarter Places Old Faithful Geyser, Bison On a Quarter

Share

Published Date

March 26, 2010

This coin, commemorating Yellowstone National Park, will be minted in June. U.S. Mint image.

It won't be long before you'll be able to hold both a bison and Old Faithful in the palm of your hand.

The continuing roll-out of commemorative quarters under the America the Beautiful Quarters Program includes a 25-cent piece that bears an image of a bison standing in front of a gushing Old Faithful Geyser in Yellowstone National Park.

The program is designed to celebrate the nation’s legacy of conservation. The U.S. Mint will strike and issue a total of 56 new quarters, each featuring one national park or other federally protected area in each state, the District of Columbia, and American Territory.

The face of each coin will continue to feature the familiar image of George Washington.

The coins will be issued in the order the areas first came under federal protection. The first, honoring Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas, will be released on April 19. The quarter featuring Yellowstone will be released sometime in June; the second of five to be released this year.

Also to be released in 2010 are quarters depicting Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and Mt. Hood National Forest.

In addition to the coins for circulation, the Mint will produce collectible items including proof sets, silver proof sets, a five-ounce silver bullion coin, coin bags, and coin rolls for each quarter.

Story Categories:

Support National Parks Traveler

Your support for the National Parks Traveler comes at a time when news organizations are finding it hard, if not impossible, to stay in business. Traveler's work is vital. For nearly two decades we've provided essential coverage of national parks and protected areas. With the Trump administration’s determination to downsize the federal government, and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum’s approach to public lands focused on energy exploration, it’s clear the Traveler will have much to cover in the months and years ahead. We know of no other news organization that provides such broad coverage of national parks and protected areas on a daily basis. Your support is greatly appreciated.

 

EIN: 26-2378789

Support Essential Coverage of Essential Places

A copy of National Parks Traveler's financial statements may be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: National Parks Traveler, P.O. Box 980452, Park City, Utah 84098. National Parks Traveler was formed in the state of Utah for the purpose of informing and educating about national parks and protected areas.

Residents of the following states may obtain a copy of our financial and additional information as stated below:

  • Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL PARKS TRAVELER, (REGISTRATION NO. CH 51659), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING 800-435-7352 OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
  • Georgia: A full and fair description of the programs and financial statement summary of National Parks Traveler is available upon request at the office and phone number indicated above.
  • Maryland: Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410-974-5534).
  • North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989 or 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
  • Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of National Parks Traveler may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
  • Virginia: Financial statements are available from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 102 Governor Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
  • Washington: National Parks Traveler is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities, or on file at Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504.

Comments

Submitted by admin on March 26, 2010 - 9:54am.

can't wait till 2032 because thats when we will have an new perament design for the quarter,i am sick of these cheap looking quarters.


Submitted by admin on March 26, 2010 - 4:18pm.

Not so fast... 2032 would also be the 300th anniversary of Washington's birth, meaning there might be some special rotating designs issued for that occasion.


Submitted by admin on March 30, 2010 - 9:31am.

Yellowstone National Park doesn't deserve to don the American buffalo on their quarter; they are responsible for slaughtering and harassing thousands of wild bison to appease cattle interests. Yellowstone hazes, captures, kills and otherwise harms bison on a consistent basis. They are signatories to the infamous and extremely controversial Interagency Bison Management Plan. In 2008, Yellowstone National Park killed 1,400 buffalo; Montana and it's hunt killed two hundred more, making it the largest scale bison slaughter since the 1800's. They do not deserve to don the mighty bison! They should replace it with a cow. Learn more at http://www.buffalofieldcampaign.org and please help stop the slaughter of the buffalo!


Submitted by admin on April 1, 2010 - 9:41pm.

I'm excited to to collect all of these. I have a cardboard book I got at Barnes & Noble to collect them all in. Apparently the dates changed though, because I bought the book in December but it showed that the first quarters were to already be out by now.


Submitted by admin on June 2, 2010 - 8:46pm.

If you are interested, Yellowstone National Park Quarter event is on June 3rd at Yellowstone National Park at 10:30 MT. If you can't make it to the event, you can check out the live webcast at http://bit.ly/b2Oxmd. The webcast starts at 10:25 MT.


Donate Popup

The National Parks Traveler keeps you informed on how politics impact national parks and protected areas.

Support Our Mission

INN Member

The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.

Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.

You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

FREE for iPhones and Android phones.