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Last updated on November 8, 2021

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Until the 67^th FUN Convention

Welcome to the Home page of the Florida United Numismatists (FUN). The officers and Board are working hard to bring you another fantastic convention in Orlando, Florida. In conjunction with the FUN Convention the ANA will be hosting their Grading Seminar January 4 - 5, 2022. The last day to register is Nov. 29 ^th. Check out the ANA Grading Seminar Poster Then go to Register for the ANA Seminar or call 719-482-9849. The U.S. Mint has marked their calendars to attend our January convention. and they are hoping to be able to attend. Once again they will need to get Treasury department approval to travel. We all hope they will succeed this time. The Bureau of Engraving Printing is not able to commit at this time. They are also hoping they can get approval and should know more by October. Those who will be attending and have confirmed are: The Piedmont Gold Panners, Dennis Boggs will be appearing as Abraham Lincoln. He will be performing the Gettysburg address as he cuts the ribbon for the opening ceremony. Cindy Calhoun will continue the legacy of Ray Dillard and has already submitted an elongated design for 2022. Sam Gelberd plans to attend and work the Coins & Kids booth. We are still awaiting confirmations from Pat McBride as Ben Franklin and Brett Irick has been invited to teach the ANA exhibit judges certification course.

Our current floor plan can accomodate up to 949 tables, and this does not include the areas for the U.S. Mint, Wizard Supplies or the Coins and Kids area. Table sales have been brisk so get with Cindy Wibker your Bourse Chairperson and secure your Table for the 67 ^th FUN Convention in January.

Remember to bookmark this home page for the most current plans and information as we prepare to bring you a spectular FUN Convention in January 2022.

We will be having competitive exhibits in January. Check out the exhibits Bob has line up for you during our January 2022 convention. FUN 2022 Exhibits If you want to display your coins you can contact Bob Russell. His application deadline is December 1, 2021.

Get your hotel reservations in early and use the links below. Our hotels are now taking reservations for the 67^th FUN Convention. We have contracts with 5 hotels for the FUN convention with rates ranging from $89 at the Rosen Inn to $231.00 at the Hyatt. Follow the link below and choose your level of luxury.

For room blocks, you can Email Reservations for FUN Show Hotels. Make sure you are in "the right place" by always going to WWW.FUNTopics.com and clicking on the Official Hotel page. Our hotel housing bureau will never call or email requesting you book your room and they will never post a deadline to book. Avoid the scammers and book ONLY through the FUN website. Our hotels are giving us ridiculously low rates for the Orlando area, so book your rooms early and lock in those values.

You may also call our toll free reservations number, Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Eastern Time: (855)467-7245.

Please be careful of callers or emails using phishing tactics claiming to be associated with FUN. These scams have become extremely aggressive.

What is there for your family member to do in Orlando? Check out the FUN Delegate discounts that await you. Watch this short video and preview the Orlando area discounts you can receive. Just purchase your discounted adventures through the Official Visit Orlando website.

The Section on FUN Seminars has been revamped. In conjunction with the Newman Portal we can present to you all of the videos produced during the FUN Conventions. Check out our seminars by going to the navigation bar at the top of this page and catch the FUN Seminar from the past that you wished you did not miss.

If you are not a member of FUN and are curious about our publication, go to the link in "What's New at FUN" and preview the FUN Topics publication Summer 2021 Edition.

Remember to return to this site for up to date information about all FUN shows.

The FUN will start again at 10:00 a.m. January 6^th, 2022 in Orlando Florida

67^th Annual F.U.N. Convention

Orlando, FL

January 6 - 9, 2022

The 67^th annual FUN Convention will be January 6 - 9, 2022 at the Orange County Convention Center. 9899 International Dr., Orlando FL 32819. Dealer set-up is January 5^th from 2:00-8:00 PM. Early Birds get in at 2:00 PM.

This year's theme is the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. We will have collectible memorabilia celebrating the Lincoln Memorial for you including our signature brass FUN medallions. Sandy Pearl will be our Convention Chairman for FUN 2022. As the year progresses we will have more information about FUN 2022 and what you can expect to happen.

The show will feature approximately 600 dealer booths, an exhibit area, 14 educational programs, Kids booth, the Young Numismatists; Scout Merit Badge programs, FUN Coin Club Get Together, the Heritage Auction, and so much more.

Admission to the show is FREE to the public! However, show attendees must first stop by the public registration booths and pick up their “HELLO” badge before entering the bourse floor. Dealers & Early Bird dealers should pay their $20 FUN dues by mail and avoid the lines.

See you in January For the 67^th FUN Convention!

What is FUN?

Florida United Numismatists, Inc. is an organization dedicated to involving and growing the numismatic community both in Florida and throughout the world. We achieve this through several activities, including: