AMERICAN HISTORY IN MEDALS LECTURE

The Fall River Historical Society plans to host an illustrated lecture by Alexander Krapf, first vice president of the American Numismatic Society, at 6:30 p.m. May 27.

The event, titled "250 Years of American History in Medals," will take place at Bristol Community College, 777 Elsbree St., Room C111. The lecture is free and open to the public, according to a community announcement.

The program will offer a visual journey through 250 years of American history, highlighting both well-known and lesser-known events commemorated in medallic form. Attendees will learn how these small objects can provide insight into the minds and attitudes of past generations.

Krapf, who discovered medallic art later in life, began collecting medals 14 years ago. He views each medal as not only an extraordinary object of art but also a lasting reminder of a moment in history. In addition to his role with the American Numismatic Society, Krapf serves as a trustee of the American Medallic Sculpture Association.

To read the complete articles, see:
Fall River Historical Society lecture explores 'American history in medals' (https://www.heraldnews.com/story/news/local/2026/05/16/fall-river-lecture-explores-american-history-in-medals/90102104007/)
2026 Lecture Series: American History in Medals (https://fallriverhistorical.org/events/)

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