Napoleon: Art, Money and War
May 9, 2026 – September 19, 2026
Exhibition Details
Napoleon: Art, Money and War examines how Napoleon Bonaparte built and projected power through material culture. Coins, medals, artworks, books, and official documents show how finance underpinned military ambition, and how visual language helped legitimize authority. Money funded war, medals rewarded service, and art shaped memory. Seen together, these objects reveal an empire constructed not only on the battlefield, but through systems of value, exchange, and representation.
Curated by Marina Fischer
4th Annual Numismatics Symposium: Napoleon, Money and More
May 9-10, 2026
The 4th Annual Numismatics Symposium explores the fascinating world of money through the lens of Napoleon and his era. This year’s program features talks on Napoleon, French history, and neo-classicism, alongside insights into numismatic collections in England, new discoveries in Turkey, and an inside look at how auction houses operate. Join collectors, historians, and enthusiasts for engaging discussions, fresh perspectives, and a closer look at numismatic treasures.
Free with registration: https://events.ucalgary.ca/nickle-galleries/event/514487-4th-annual-numismatics-symposium-napoleon-money-and-m
