2017-02-11 Sat

The official launch ceremony for the 2017 Effigy Mounds National Monument quarter dollar was held on 7th February at the Allamakee Community School District High School Gym in Waukon. Astronaut Peggy Whitson from the International Space Station and biochemistry researcher for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) addressed the event.

Over 1,250 students and 450 members of the public attended the events. A coin forum was held on 6th February where U.S. coin and medal designs were discussed, attracting 75 people.

After the launch, $23,000 worth $10, 40-coin rolls of 2017-D Effigy Mounds National Monument quarter dollars were purchased. Students received a new coin for free. Many esteemed dignitaries graced the event.