Are there clubs for people who collect paper money and old checks?

Yes. Paper money collectors often have their own clubs or join coin clubs that cover currency as well. Many also enjoy related paper items such as old checks, stock certificates, bonds, tokens and scrip, which together are sometimes called financial history items.

These groups can help you identify notes, understand grading for paper, recognize repairs and counterfeits, and learn about the banks and businesses behind older notes. Local bank notes and checks are often especially interesting to collectors in the same area.

National and regional collector organizations frequently have chapters or online communities, and shows often include paper money dealers. Store notes flat in archival-quality holders, and avoid tape, folding or cleaning, since those can reduce value. Club members can recommend storage supplies that are safe for paper.