Scott Hansen

President's message for INA - Fall & Winter 2025:

Fellow INA Members:

Summer seemed to start off slowly and then was gone too fast. Just like the Heritage Auction item I missed last night. Luckly both will be back
again. Fall is always my favorite season, football and numismatics. When the two occasionally conflict, thank goodness for smartphones and Wi-Fi.

Fall also means the INA show is just around the comer (October 24-26). This year's show is hosted by the Ames Club, and will be at the Quality
Inn & Suites, in Ames. We will have another great show, with a good variety of dealers, and ANACS will be accepting grading submissions. Check the INA website and Facebook for more details. A couple items of interest include:

* The annual membership meeting is that Saturday, following the bourse close (a change from previous early morning Sundays). Meeting will include a program and hors d'oeuvres.
* Lyn Knight Auctions will have two tables displaying some amazing Iowa Nationals from Dean Oakes's collection. This is a preview of some of the items in Lyn's fall auction . A rare chance to see many great Iowa National Bank Notes up close.
* Selection of educational videos will be playing throughout the show covering several Numismatic topics.

If you would like to share your collecting interest with others, consider submitting an Educational Exhibit. This is a wonderful way to share your
knowledge and inspire others. Ribbons are awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place, based on popular vote. For more information see page 34.

Finally, a few INA changes. Welcome to Mike Hammond as the new District 3 representative, and Denny Ross has stepped down after 17 years
as editor for The Iowa Collector. See page 16 for more information on Denny's long-time support of the INA.

I hope to see all of you in Ames.


Happy Collecting!
Scott Hansen
INA President
515-509-7632
sdh1008@aim.com