Coming Soon: Money in Motion Exhibit

Step Inside America’s Economic Story

Money in Motion is a completely reimagined, interactive exhibit that brings 250 years of American monetary history to life. You can step through the exhibit’s vault door to explore nearly 400 rare coins and currency artifacts, trace the evolution of money from early barter systems to today's digital economy, and discover the essential characteristics that give currency its value. Throughout the exhibit, you will learn how the Federal Reserve — our nation's central bank — works to promote the health and stability of the U.S. economy and financial system.

Money in Motion reopens on June 4 with free admission and no reservations required. Visit Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (last entry at 4:00 p.m.) and explore at your own pace.

A New Way In: Money in Motion is a dynamic, redesigned exhibit that makes the story of money and banking, and how the Federal Reserve works tangible, interactive, and relevant to everyday life. This photo is a rendering.

"The Money in Motion exhibit is a great place for people of all ages to learn about the economy, money, banking, and the work of the Federal Reserve. We’re excited to open this new educational experience while celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary. It’s just steps from our nation’s birthplace and where U.S. banking began."

Anna Paulson
President and Chief Executive Officer

Unlock a New Way to Learn About Money, Banking, and the Federal Reserve

Get to Know Our Nation’s Central Bank

Learn about the Federal Reserve’s origins, its five core functions in the economy, and how the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) sets U.S. monetary policy. Understand how the Fed promotes stable prices, maximum employment, and a secure financial system, and how these actions impact us all every day.

Step up to the interactive FOMC table to take a closer look at how America’s economy is doing.

Make Money Make Sense

Money affects everything — jobs, prices, and opportunities. This exhibit turns abstract economic concepts into tangible, understandable experiences that connect to your daily life.

See History Up Close

Rediscover American monetary history, from colonial coins to modern dollars, through our impressive collection of nearly 400 rare coins and currency pieces.

Get Interactive

This isn't a traditional museum; it’s a dynamic and interactive exhibit. You will experience cutting-edge installations and be able to see rare currency up close. Also, don’t forget to take a photo by the exhibit's vault door.

"Money can feel abstract. Our goal in redesigning this exhibit was to make money, banking, and the work of the Federal Reserve more tangible and help visitors understand the economic system that affects them every day, from the characteristics and functions of money to how the Fed encourages maximum employment and price stability."

Andrew Hill
Assistant Vice President of Economic Education

Perfect for Everyone

Money in Motion is part of the Philadelphia Fed’s commitment to public service and promoting economic education. Admission is free, and the exhibit is open all year. The content is thoughtfully designed for people of all ages and backgrounds, and it can be explored at your own pace.

It’s great for:

• families looking for an educational and fun outing,
• students and educators exploring money, banking, and the Federal Reserve,
• tourists visiting Philadelphia celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, and
• anyone curious about coins, money, and history.

Stay Updated

To receive updates on the reopening of Money of Motion and other Philadelphia Fed news, sign up for our mailing list.