The Half Moon Button Club was established in Albany, New York in 1943. According to its constitution:
The purpose of the club shall be to promote more interest in the collecting and mounting of old and new buttons for educational purposes and personal enjoyment, and also to assist members in acquiring them.
The club meets monthly at the Bethlehem Public Library at 451 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
Upcoming 2026 meetings:
Monday, February 9 10:00-2:00 Valentine's Surprise
Monday, March 9 10:00-2:00 Art Deco Buttons
Monday, April 20 12:00-3:30 Things You Find in Buttons
Tuesday, May 19 12:30-4:00 An Alternate Use for Buttons
Tuesday, June 9 9:00-1:00 Screen Back and Screen Background
July (date TBA) Joint Meeting with Verdmont Club
Monday, August 10 9:00-1:00 Show 'n Tell
For more information about the Half Moon Button Club, please call Kirsti at 518-869-8125
Club dues are $10 per year.