For the third consecutive year, the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) is taking part in the international event “European Night of Museums” and invites the public to explore the history of money, the Republic of Moldova’s monetary heritage, and the central bank’s role in the country’s economic life.
The event will take place on 23 May 2026, from 16:00 to 23:00, at the headquarters of the National Bank of Moldova.
One of the highlights of the event is a gold bar weighing over 12 kg, which visitors will be able to examine during guided tours. Additionally, the public will have the opportunity to learn from NBM specialists how Moldovan leu banknotes are produced and the technologies used to protect them. Visitors will also discover how to verify the authenticity of banknotes, as well as the meaning of the symbols that define the national currency.
“The national currency carries the memory of a society, the symbols of a country, and the public’s trust in institutions. By participating in the European Night of Museums, the National Bank seeks to bring the public closer to the history of the Moldovan leu, the work behind every banknote, and the central bank’s role in maintaining financial stability. It is an invitation to view money through the lens of its identity-forming, cultural, and educational value,” said the Governor of the National Bank of Moldova, Ms Anca Dragu.
The exhibition will include commemorative and jubilee coins, rare monetary issues, archival materials, and other items illustrating the evolution of the national monetary system. Guided tours will give visitors the chance to speak directly with NBM specialists, ask questions, and learn lesser-known details about the art of coinage and the measures used to protect the national currency.
Tours will be held every hour and are designed to be accessible to the general public. Participation is free of charge, with no prior registration required, and entry to the National Bank of Moldova will be granted upon presentation of an identity document. Adults accompanying children will be responsible for their safety throughout the visits.
NBM’s participation in this event has already become a much-anticipated experience for the public. The first two editions organised by the National Bank as part of the “European Night of Museums” drew significant interest, attracting numerous visitors eager to explore the history of the Moldovan leu and the central bank’s work in an engaging and interactive way.
Now in its 22nd edition, the “European Night of Museums” is organised under the patronage of UNESCO, the Council of Europe, and the International Council of Museums, promoting free access to culture and bringing the public closer to the heritage of cultural, educational, and public institutions worldwide..
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