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Anthrocon is the largest furry fandom convention, taking place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania each July. Its focus is on anthropomorphics: fictional animal characters given human personalities and characteristics (see furry for more details).
Founded in 1997 as Albany Anthrocon in New York State, with a membership of about 500, the convention moved to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania in 1999 and to a larger hotel, the Adams Mark, on the outskirts of Philadelphia in 2001 as its attendance continued to grow. Membership in 2003 was announced as 1,949. In 2004 it was 2,406, making it by far the largest furry con at that time.
The chairman of the convention, Dr. Samuel Conway (nicknamed "Kagemushi" or "Uncle Kage" among attendees), oversees the operations of the Anthrocon with the help of a small staff and a number of voulunteers who donate their time and energy throughout the weekend to assist the multitude of small tasks which arise.
There has been discussion regarding moving to Pittsburgh in 2007 due to the attendance outgrowing the available space at the Adams Mark, though a final decision has not yet been reached. As of November 2004, Anthrocon will be moving from the Adams Mark in Philadelphia to the Wyndham Franklin Court in Philadelphia, due to the unforseen sale of the Hotel and imminent ceasing of operations.
Typical Anthrocon Programming
- Opening and Closing Ceremonies
- Dealers Room
- Art Shows (General and Adult)
- Art Show Auctions
- Artists' Alley
- Stand-up Comedy
- Masquerade
- Charity Auction
- Internet Room
- "The Zoo"
- Supersponsor Lounge
- Supersponsor Luncheon
- Fursuit Dance
- Fursuit Parade
- Role-playing Games
- Dance Dance Revolution Tournament
- Special-interest Groups
- "Story Hour"
- Art Demonstration
- Puppetry Instruction
The theme for Anthrocon 2005 is "Heroes".
Past themes for Anthrocon
- 2004: Olympics
- 2003: Creatures of the Night
- 2002: Inventions
- 2001: Furries in Flight
- 2000: Furries of Myth and Legend
- 1999: Join the Furry Revolution
- 1998: Here They Be Dragos
- 1997:
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