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Guest Of Honor
Travis Baldree
GoH Website
Travis is a full-time audiobook narrator who has lent his voice to hundreds of stories. Before that, he spent decades designing and building video games like Torchlight, Rebel Galaxy, and Fate. Apparently, he also now writes books. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his very patient family and their small, nervous dog. He is the author of Legends & Lattes and Bookshops & Bonedust." Legends and Lattes was nominated for a Hugo and has created a new subgenre called 'Cozy Fantasy'.
Artist Guest of Honor
Bob Eggleton
Artist GoH Website
Already a Hugo Award Winner for Best Professional Artist eight times, including a Chesley and Rondo Award winner. Bob Eggleton will be our Artist Guest of Honor. He has illustrated and written numerous science fiction and fantasy books since 1994. Some of his work has appeared in Dark Horse Comics, Random House Godzilla books, IDW’s Godzilla comic series and on covers for Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine. His filmography includes work as a concept artist on Sphere (1997), Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius (2001) and The Ant Bully (2006).
Learn more about him at: IMBD Website.
Toastmistress
Dana Fredsti
Toastmistress's Website
Dana Fredsti is a former B-movie actress with a background in theatrical combat (a skill she utilized in Army of Darkness as a sword-fighting Deadite and fight captain). Through 15 plus years of volunteering at EFBC/FCC (Exotic Feline Breeding Facility/Feline Conservation Center) Dana’s been kissed by tigers, and had her thumb sucked by an ocelot with nursing issues. She’s addicted to bad movies and any book or film, good or bad, which includes zombies.
She’s the author of the cozy noir mystery Murder for Hire: The Peruvian Pigeon; the Ashley Parker series (touted as Buffy meets The Walking Dead); the dark fantasy series Spawn of Lilith; and co-author of the science fiction adventure trilogy Time Shards, an exciting time travel/post-apocalyptic mashup co-written with her husband and fellow author David Fitzgerald. They also co-wrote “Maid of Steel,” a dark fantasy story appearing in the Sword & Sorcery issue of Weird Tales, and they are currently collaborating on Tarau: The Fall, a grimdark fantasy novel, for Weird Tales Presents/Blackstone Publishing.
Dana has also written short stories for anthologies including Weird Tales: 100 Years of Weird, Joe Ledger: Unstoppable, Joe Ledger: Unbreakable, Mondo Zombie, and Hard-Boiled Horror, as well as several optioned screenplays. She was the co-writer/associate producer on Urban Rescuers, a documentary on feral cats that won Best Documentary at the 2003 Valley Film Festival in Los Angeles. She lives with her husband, their dog Pogeen, and a horde of cats in Eureka, California.
Learn more about Dana at: Facebook.
Fan Guest of Honor
Gary Hanak
Fan Guest of Honor Website
Gary has been the Archon Filk chair for over 25 years, only recently having turned it over to his minions, largely for health reasons. He’s been coming to Archon (off and on) since Archon V, and was the Filk Guest of Honor at NameThatCon 12, Duckon 20, M.O.O.N.con 1, a Pegasus winner in 2014, the Interfilk Guest at Consonance in San Jose in 2015, and was inducted into the Filk Hall of Fame at FilkOntario 27 in 2017. He currently has four CDs, and a collection of single songs on BandCamp. He is a devotee of LOTR (the printed one) as well as Sherlock Holmes (the printed ones), and loves James P. Hogan, Asimov, Heinlein, and Niven, to name but a few. When not writing music, playing music, or going to cons, he spends a lot of time singing bass with The Ambassadors of Harmony, the current International Championship Barbershop chorus (for the fifth time), and is a retired engineer (BSEE and MSCS), although he still puts in some occasional hours at Boeing.
Grand Masquerade Master of Ceremonies
Kevin Dulle
First began his life as a costumer by creating costumes to compete in Halloween contests. Finding a love for the creativity and the challenge, he began competing in masquerade competitions in 1982 at Archon 6. Since that year, he has competed in numerous Sci-Fi conventions in the Midwest and won in two WorldCon competitions earning him the status of Master Class. Fond of satire and parody, Kevin's style manifested through playful characters created from foam that ranged from television, film, and comic books to original concepts. Many of his award-winning costumes included Harry and Larry, the Killer Tomatoes, Space Gumby, Billy and the Boingers (Kevin was Billy), the Mucklucklians; Space Police Shrimp, and Audrey II, from the Little Shop of Horrors. In 1996, wanting to stay involved and with a passion to help grow a new generation of costumers, Kevin moved from competing on stage to becoming the Stage Manager of the Archon Grand Masquerade for Sheila Lenkman, Masquerade Director at Archon 20. Each season the goal was clear and deliberate, to elevate the show and make the Archon Grand Masquerade the premier event to compete in that it has become. In 2018 with the passing of Archon’s most beloved MC, Vic Milan, Kevin was asked to step up to become the next Archon Masquerade’s MC, a role that comes with its own set of unique challenges and years of memories to face. And, as with the progression of all things, he redefined the role with his unique style, always paying homage to the memory of Vic. Just look for the podium dinosaur. As with this role change, he handed the reigns over to the next generation of stage management. As a lifetime artist, illustrator, and crafter, Kevin has put his talents into the world of costuming and competitions creating reality out of imagination and pushing others to become better if not from the act of creation, but by supporting them and challenging them to raise the bar. He realized long ago when he first stepped away from competing that the legacy of a costumer is not the costumes one creates, the awards won, or even the fame it created, but the support we, as costumers, give to the next generation to help them grow and create amazing and incredible wearable art.
This year's event date:
DoubleTree Booking: Now Open, See Lodging Tab below.
Event Membership: Online sales have concluded, memberships can be purchased at-the-door. See the Registration tab for details.
Select any item below to learn more about booking a room at our main convention hotel, DoubleTree, or purchase a membership for this year's event.
Accessibility (updated 2023)
The Archon Committee and Staff believe that all Archon attendees should feel welcome and should enjoy their time at our convention. This includes attendees who have visible or invisible accessibility needs.
If you require assistance, support, or specific accommodations in order for you to participate in Archon comfortably and safely, please email us prior to the convention at conchair@archonstl.org or visit ConHQ in the Gateway Center during the convention and ask for either Con Chair.
The Archon Committee and Staff will:
We are committed to continual improvement in providing full access to our attendees and welcome all feedback and suggestions in order to improve your experience.
All attendees at Archon are expected to treat other attendees, guests, staff, and the public with respect. Harassment of any kind, including physical assault, deliberate intimidation, stalking, unwanted photography, or unwelcome physical attentions, will not be tolerated. Based upon the facts of the specific situation an individual may be subject to one or more of the following:
If you feel you have been harassed, please find the nearest Archon Security personnel (identified by an orange ribbon attached to their badge) or Archon Committee (identified by a black ribbon attached to their badge) for assistance. Any attempt to have an innocent person removed from the convention by falsely accusing him or her of threats will be itself treated as an act of harassment and will be dealt with appropriately. The responsibility for settling interpersonal disputes lies solely with the individuals involved, and Archon will not tolerate being used as a leveraging point in such disputes.
If, at any time, you feel that your personal safety or the safety of others is in jeopardy, please contact:
You will be free to carry and display your prop-weapon throughout the Gateway Center provided they meet our Weapons Policy Guidelines. You will also be able to "carry and display" your prop-weapons in the DoubleTree hotel without peace-bonding until 9 p.m. each night provided they meet our guidelines. Even though your prop weapon has not been peace bonded, you are expected to carry it in a responsible manner.
After 9 p.m., if you plan to be in the DoubleTree hotel enjoying the Dance and the parties, we ask that you return your prop-weapons to your room or have them peace-bonded by one of our Security staff.
No real fire arms are allowed at Archon. Pursuant to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, 430 IL CS 66/65 concealed carry is prohibited inside Gateway Center or on its immediate property. See below. Simulated or prop-weapons are allowed as a part of your costume, subject to prior approval by security and in compliance with the following:
Due to the congestion in the halls near the Dance, Hospitality, and Party area, all prop-weapons are required to be peace-bonded while in the DoubleTree hotel after 9 p.m. This is to prevent accidents to both your prop-weapon and your fellow convention attendees while trying to navigate the crowded hallways.
If you are unwilling to have your prop-weapon peace-bonded, please stay in the Gateway Center and enjoy our late night panels or, return your prop-weapons to your hotel room.
The Hall Costume Contest Staff will remove the peace-bonding from your prop-weapons upon request. You can then pose for pictures with your prop-weapons. The peace-bonding will need to be reapplied before you leave the Hall Costume Contest area.
We encourage you to visit the Collinsville area businesses as part of your Archon weekend, but please keep in mind the community outside of Archon may not always accept nor understand costuming. Please be aware your costume might cause alarm, so please act accordingly when not at the Convention.
The Gateway Convention Center is the official convention headquarters for Archon.
Gateway Convention CenterSt. Louis Metropolitan Area Traveler Information
Two (2) ATM machines are conveniently located at the East and West Main Entrances to Gateway Center.
No Outside Food or Beverage Policy: No food and beverage shall be brought onto Gateway Center premises except through Gateway Center's exclusive concessionaire. Any food and beverage items not approved by Center Management will be removed from the premises. Arrangements for catering must be coordinated and contracted through the Gateway Center's exclusive in-house catering provider.
All parking is complimentary at Gateway Center.
Gateway Center is located at One Gateway Drive, Collinsville, IL.
By Highway:
Access is remarkably easy and convenient. Five interstate highways, including I-55, I-64, I-70, , I-270 and I-255 intersect in the Collinsville area. Just take exit 11 from I-55/70 or exit 26 from I-255 and you are here!By Air:
Lambert St. Louis International Airport is located about 30 minutes from Collinsville by car, bus or airport limousine. In addition, the new Mid America Airport in southern Illinois is located just 20 minutes away.By Mass Transit:
The Doubletree is planning renovations throughout the year, with the current schedule projecting completion before Archon. This means we can look forward to fresh new rooms this year. However, as the renovation schedule is still tentative, the hotel is initially capping the room block at 150 rooms. They will progressively open up more rooms as their renovation schedule becomes clearer. Notifications about additional room availability will be shared on our website and social media.
Once on the registration site you can adjust the dates of your stay, the number of rooms, and the number of people in each room. In order to make your reservation in this block, you must stay both Friday and Saturday nights. You cannot just make a reservation for one night. The room block is typically filled by January, so don't delay.
Rooms will often become available throughout the year, especially around August. The DoubleTree no longer maintains a waiting list. So if you really want a room in the hotel, you will have to keep trying to book through the link.
It is recommended you follow the link and make your reservation online, and not call the reservation phone line. The operators may not be able to access the room block, and may tell you the hotel is already full, as the management team has booked the entire hotel for our event.
Rooms at the DoubleTree are $125 per night (plus taxes).
You may also consider additional lodging list below that are nearby the Gateway Convention Center.
The DoubleTree will have several Archon events scheduled throughout the weekend, including the Friday and Saturday dances, some gaming, and various panels and Kaffeeklatches.
Recently the DoubleTree Hotel, Hilton has recently implemented a ‘credit card only’ policy across the company and all of its properties including the DoubleTree Hotel. If you plan to stay at the DoubleTree, you will need to pay for your guestrooms with any major debit or credit card. They will accept pre-paid debit cards. Cash will still be accepted as a form of payment in Porter’s restaurant and lounge that weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Con-Chairs
conchair@archonstl.org
All room parties will be hosted here, on the ground floor just down the hall from the main hall. The courtyard and lobby areas have been extensively renovated and will be great for socializing throughout the weekend.
Except for the Courtyard, the public areas of the hotel's first floor will be designated NON-SMOKING.
You will be free to carry and display your prop-weapon throughout the Gateway Convention Center provided they meet our weapons policy guidelines. You will also be able to "carry and display" your prop-weapons in the DoubleTree hotel without peace-bonding until 9 p.m. each night provided they meet our guidelines. Even though your prop weapon has not been peace bonded, you are expected to carry it in a responsible manner.
Jason and Esther Halbert
roomparties@archonstl.org
After 9 p.m., if you plan to be in the DoubleTree hotel enjoying the Dance and the parties, we ask that you return your prop-weapons to your room or have them peace-bonded by one of our Security staff.
The hotels listed below, located in Collinsville, are within walking distance of the Gateway Center, but will not allow room parties. No official Archon events will be held at these hotels:
| Hotel | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Drury Inn | 602 N. Bluff Rd. | 618-345-7700 |
| Americas Best Value Inn | 552 Ramada Blvd. | 618-345-9500 |
| Comfort Inn | 8 Commerce Dr. | 618-346-4900 |
| Hampton Inn | 7 Commerce Dr. | 618-346-4400 |
| Days Inn | 12 Commerce Dr. | 618-345-2000 |
| Super 8 | 2 Gateway Dr. | 618-345-8008 |
| Fairfield Inn | 4 Gateway Dr. | 618-346-0607 |
| La Quinta | 6 Gateway Dr. | 618-855-8400 |
Archon rates are based upon the age of the attendee and not on the type of activities. Rates are reduced for persons under 21 in order to encourage Fandom in all of its enthusiasms, and to lessen any burden on whole families wishing to attend.
Archon is a volunteer run event by fans for fans. As such, we do not sell admission or tickets to the convention. Rather, we sell memberships to individuals that are interested in experiencing what goes on at Archon.
Single Day Rates are not available early. You must be at the Convention on the day you'd like to purchase the badge.
Online memberships are available to buy until 11:59 p.m. of September 15, 2024.
| Age | Date Span | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (21+) | 01/01/2024 to 03/31/2024 | $55 |
| Adult (21+) | 04/01/2024 to 07/31/2024 | $60 |
| Adult (21+) | 08/01/2024 to 08/31/2024 | $65 |
| Adult (21+) | 09/01/2024 to 09/15/2024 | $70 |
| Young Adult (ages 17-20) | on-going | $35 |
| Youth (ages 11-16) | on-going | $25 |
| Child (ages 6-10) | on-going | $10 |
| Young Child (ages 5 and under) | on-going | $0 |
Thursday: Opening at 7:00 p.m.
Friday to Sunday: Opening at 9:00 a.m.
| Age | Date Span | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (21+) | Full Weekend | $75 |
| Friday Only | $30 | |
| Saturday Only | $45 | |
| Sunday Only | $25 | |
| Young Adult (17-20) | $35 | |
| Youth (11-16) | $25 | |
| Child (6-10) | $10 | |
| Young Child (5 and under) | $0 |
One of the most frequent questions we have been asked is What happens if we purchased a membership and the convention is canceled? As with our existing refund policy (which has been in place for many years), you have options:
A complete refund of your registration fee. This includes regular membership, Dealers Room table fees, Booksellers Row table fees, and Creators Alley table fees OR Rollover your registration to 2025 (including items mentioned in #1)
Maureen Davis and Randy Davis
registration@archonstl.org
Located at the Gateway Center. During other hours, registration is available in the convention headquarters at the Gateway Convention Center. For more
information, visit Con HQ. The hours will be:
Thursday 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.;
Friday 9 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.;
Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.;
Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Is my registration/ticket transferable?
Yes! Send an e-mail to Registration indicating who you want to transfer your registration to, along with their contact information, mailing address and age.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You do not absolutely need it... BUT, if we have difficulty finding your badge or order, the order information on your ticket may enable us to find your order and help you get it taken care of.
The Gateway Convention Center arranges for a shuttle to transport guests between the DoubleTree Hotel and the Gateway Center during the convention. Thanks to the Gateway Center's generosity, this service is FREE to Archon attendees. The shuttle will pickup and drop off at the main entrance to the DoubleTree Hotel and the east entrance (closest to Zapata's) to the Gateway Center. We hope this makes it easier to enjoy the convention for our guests. The shuttle will be running during the following times:
| Day | Period |
|---|---|
| Friday | 2 shifts of 8 a.m. to Noon and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Saturday | 2 shifts of 8 a.m. to Noon and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Sunday | 2 shifts of 8 a.m. to Noon and Noon to 2 p.m. |
Featuring original art by this years Artist Guest of Honor will be on sale in the convention center lobby. Be sure to purchase in advance to assure finding a shirt in your size.
Commemorative Pins are only available at the event.
The nerve center of Archon is in the Show Office at the Gateway Center. HQ houses the lost and found and acts as home base for Operations, Security and the newsletter.
Come here to report problems and/or get your questions answered. Remember though, the folks on the bridge are busy and probably understaffed. Make sure your reason for being in CON HQ is important or at least
entertaining. Please do not socialize within this area to allow others easier access to the desk. Typically our hours are:
Thursday: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.;
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to Midnight;
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to Midnight;
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Archon is a volunteer run event by fans for fans. As such, we do not sell admission or tickets to the convention. Rather, we sell memberships to individuals that are interested in experiencing what goes on at Archon. We do require our members' legal names (as would be listed on any government issued identification) and current address information for our records. We reserve the right to examine your government issued photo identification with your name and address before registering you as a member or releasing your membership badge from our pre-registration queue. This policy does not prevent you from using a "fan name", "nickname", or a "character name" on your badge in lieu of your real name. Although you may be issued an over-21 adult badge, you may still be carded if you attempt to purchase alcohol or security may ask to see your government issued photo identification if you are drinking in the halls.
Please Don't Lose Your Badge! We cannot replace a lost badge. If, despite all your efforts to hang onto it, your badge becomes lost, please report it to the Registration team and convention headquarters as soon as possible. Once your lost badge is reported, you may purchase a new membership (unfortunately, at full price). As soon as your lost badge is found, we will, with a huge sigh of relief, refund your second purchase. We realize that this policy is, to say the least, draconian, but in the past people have 'lost' their badges by handing them off to a friend, so for that reason there will be no exceptions.
Located in Con HQ during the event or by reaching lostandfound@archonstl.org, after the event. You will be asked to describe what you lost. Typically we keep effects for 2 years.
If you do read, make it a science fiction and fantasy book. Archon's roots are based in science fiction and fantasy literature.
You can find books to read online and off. Archon partners with Left Bank Books in St. Louis. Goodreads.com offers another option, whatever works best for you.
Reading Group books are available at Left Bank Books in St. Louis, MO at a 20% discount.
Left Bank Books hosts a science fiction and fantasy reading club monthly.
Science fiction reading group, hosted by Left Bank Books, moderated by Mark W. Tiedemann. We explore novels that reflect the potential of SF as both intellectually challenging and excellent writing. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month downstairs in the store at 7:00pm.
Questions? Send them to bookclubs@left-bank.com, or call the store at 314-367-6731.
Guides The programming guide has been released. As always, our traditional paper Pocket Program guide will soon follow and be available at the convention. View the Programming Schedule, Panelists Profiles, or Pocket Program Guide
Archon features a wide variety of panels and programming is broken into tracks to help guide attendees.
Our full programming tracks include: Artist, Author / Craft, Author / Fan, Costuming, Fandom, General, Media, Science, in addition to several Gaming and Filk panel options as well.
The schedule is typically published the week of September 1st. Please resist sending emails requesting the status of the schedule prior to its publication.
As we get closer to the event, the programming schedule will be posted here, as well as on the Archon Facebook page and in the Archon Twitter feed.
Panel and presentation events will start at the top of every hour and will last for 50 minutes. A "5 minute warning" tone will sound in the Gateway Center when there are 5 minutes remaining in the current panel session. Events will be held at the Gateway Convention Center and the DoubleTree Hotel.
Archon uses Grenadine Event Management Software to publish the event schedule and manage Pro Guests and Panelists. Through the Grenadine mobile app, attendees can view the Archon schedule (once it's completed), and can even save items and build their own panel attendance schedule. The mobile app is also used to publish last-minute changes to the schedule. A paper Pocket Program is also published. In addition to the Grenadine mobile app, last-minute changes during the convention are published in the daily newsletter, on the Archon website, on the Archon Facebook Page, and on the Archon Twitter Feed.
Our Guests of Honor have designated autograph times in the main hallway. If you desire an autograph from one of our other Pro Guests, we request that you ask them at the end of their panels or check to see if they have a designated autograph time.
| Title | Format |
|---|---|
| Grenadine Mobile App | Google Play or the App Store |
| Program Schedule (pocket version) | |
| Program Schedule (Web) | Web |
| Gateway Center Map #1 | PDF (Not available at this time.) |
| Gateway Center Chart | PDF (Not available at this time.) |
| DoubleTree Map | PDF (Not available at this time.) |
| Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Lyri Ahnam | Panelist Web URL |
| John Allen | |
| Zo Allen | |
| Fedora Amis | Panelist Web URL |
| Christine Amsden | Panelist Web URL |
| Kathy Bailey | Panelist Web URL |
| Kristin Bailey | |
| Travis Baldree | Panelist Web URL |
| David Benem | Panelist Web URL |
| Jennifer Brenner | |
| Tom Briggs | |
| Betsy Britt | |
| Kelly Brown | |
| Nick Butcher | |
| Sela Carsen | Panelist Web URL |
| R.J. Carter | Panelist Web URL |
| LaShaunda C. Hoffman | |
| Brent Chumley | Panelist Web URL |
| Mike Cole | |
| Codi Coleman | |
| Glen Cook | |
| Scott Corwin | |
| Travis Creason | |
| Matt Davids | |
| Sherri Dean | |
| Guy Anthony De Marco | Panelist Web URL |
| Alan DeVaughan | |
| Jan DiMasi | |
| Elizabeth Donald | Panelist Web URL |
| Rodney Eaton | |
| Bob Eggleton | Panelist Web URL |
| Douglas Ferguson | Panelist Web URL |
| Angie Fox | Panelist Web URL |
| Dana Fredsti | Panelist Web URL |
| Tanya Freedman | |
| Joey Froehlich | |
| Mrs. Jan Gephardt Sherrell | Panelist Web URL |
| Cindi Gille-Rowley | |
| Jimmy D. Gillentine | Panelist Web URL |
| Dr. Jack Glassman Ph.D. | |
| Rhiannon Gonzalez | |
| Mr Paul Hahn | Panelist Web URL |
| Kevin Hammel | |
| Gary Hanak | Panelist Web URL |
| Sam Haney Press | Panelist Web URL |
| Stephen Harrick | |
| Nancy Hathaway | |
| Ross Hathaway | |
| Les Haven | |
| Heather Hinson | |
| William Hodgson | |
| Rich Horton | Panelist Web URL |
| Max Hoven | Panelist Web URL |
| John Hornor Jacobs | Panelist Web URL |
| Walt Jaschek | Panelist Web URL |
| Patrick Jones | |
| Trisha Jones | |
| Mr Michales Joy | Panelist Web URL |
| Mr. Brian Katcher | Panelist Web URL |
| John Kaufmann | Panelist Web URL |
| Cole Lanahan | |
| Kathy L. Brown | |
| Lorenzo Lizana | |
| Kasey Mackenzie | Panelist Web URL |
| Bruce Mai | |
| Nora Mai | |
| Hester Makepeace | Panelist Web URL |
| Debbie Manber Kupfer | Panelist Web URL |
| Jessica Mathews | |
| Rachael Mayo | Panelist Web URL |
| Erin McFadden | |
| Patricia McFadden | |
| Bryce Meyer | Panelist Web URL |
| Diana Morgan | Panelist Web URL |
| Abigail Motl | |
| Anna Mulch | |
| Rachel Neumeier | Panelist Web URL |
| Jeanne Norris | |
| Darren Orf | |
| David Lee Pancake | |
| Kurt Pankau | Panelist Web URL |
| Mr. Bob Perry | |
| Pierre Pettinger Jr | Panelist Web URL |
| Sandy Pettinger | |
| Dr. Mike Phoenix | |
| Neko Pilarcik-Tellez | Panelist Web URL |
| Van Allen Plexico | Panelist Web URL |
| C.L. Postill | |
| Mr John Radke | |
| Marella Sands | Panelist Web URL |
| Snail Scott | Panelist Web URL |
| Tom Seymour | |
| Jeremy Shipley | Panelist Web URL |
| Mr John Sies | Panelist Web URL |
| Steven H Silver | Panelist Web URL |
| George Sirois | Panelist Web URL |
| Jack Snyder | Panelist Web URL |
| Ms Allison Stein | Panelist Web URL |
| Jennifer Stolzer | Panelist Web URL |
| Mr Thomas Stratman | Panelist Web URL |
| JD Streett | Panelist Web URL |
| Kathryn Sullivan | Panelist Web URL |
| Esme Symes-Smith | Panelist Web URL |
| Lucy Synk | Panelist Web URL |
| Ray Tabler | Panelist Web URL |
| Zi Teng Wang | Panelist Web URL |
| Mr Mark Tiedemann | Panelist Web URL |
| Sarah Ulloa | |
| David VonAllmen | Panelist Web URL |
| Wyatt Weed | Panelist Web URL |
| Phyllis Wheeler | |
| Gracie York | Panelist Web URL |
| Jim Yelton | |
| Rich Zellich |
If you would like to become part of the program for Archon, read our Interested Panelists section below, email us, or visit us in the Programming Batcave in Illini B during the event.
Patricia McFadden and Rhiannon Gonzalez
programming@archonstl.org
As we approach closer to the event, we will populate the Archon Activities and Departments sections below. Select on any section below to learn more.
Children, teens, and those with a heart of a child are welcome to come join Youth Programming! We have several activities all weekend to come and enjoy. There are activities where you will be able to bring home what you made.
One of our most popular panels is Boffer Sword Making! You will be able to make a foam sword and learn a few techniques on boffer sword fighting.
We host a children’s costume extravaganza, so come show off your costume. We also have a Teen’s Cosplay Contest (ages 13-17).
Please note: Parents are encouraged to stay for activities. While we want everyone to have fun, Youth Programming is not a babysitting service.
Kristen Albers
children@archonstl.org
Join Archon Filking for panels, Open Filking, the Tin Filker songwriting contest (subject announced here 1 month before the con) and a full line up of performers to delight every musical taste!
Jokepardy is now Fannish Jeopardy - same great game with a better name! For the sophomore year of the game we are looking for your suggestions. What categories would you like to see? (Please email suggested categories only, not questions within a category.)
The Tin Filker Songwriting Contest for Archon 47 is: Let Freedom Sing!
We are changing a couple things this year. First, you’ll have noticed we’re announcing a month in advance instead of a week. Second, instead of celebrity judges, the audience will be the judges.
The rules are simply - interpret the subject any way you're inspired to, but lyrics should be PG (or cleaner), and it can be an original tune or a to-the-tune-of. It must be written between Sept. 4th and the day of the contest, Oct. 6th; a minimum 2 verses and a chorus, or the equivalent thereof. Entries may be performed by the songwriter or someone else, but the song’s author must be present. The contest is on Sunday at 1:00 in the St. Clair room of the Doubletree. Happy songwriting!
The Filk track has come together - panels, One-Shots, a game show, open filking, and of course - CONCERTS!!
FRIDAY
TBA
SATURDAY
TBA
Sandra Greenberg and Mark Ewbank
Filking@archonstl.org
Well, it is a costume contest, where the contestants literally become that character for a brief while.They might be re-creating a favorite character from print, TV or film, or it may be something straight out of their imagination. Contestants in the Archon Masquerade can showcase their costumes in brief skits, musical numbers, or comedy routines, or simply let the Archon Crew create a setting and mood with state of the art LED lighting and full sound system.
Archon, Saturday night, at 8:00 o'clock in the evening. It is the big show at Archon, where all the cool geeky people go to see and be seen at the Gateway Center.
Review the rules and expectations of being a participant in the masquerade under the Present at Archon section, under Grand Masquerade.
Sheila Lenkman
masquerade@archonstl.org
Jr = Junior, N = Novice, Jy = Journeyman, M = Master
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class |
Jr | 24 | Beauregard from Critical Role | Amy Minster |
| Best In Class |
N | 16 | Princess of Hallownest | Lauren CookSnail Scott |
| Best In Class | Jy | 12 | Post-Apocalyptic Plaque Shaman | Snail Scott |
| Best In Class | M | 21 | A Menoptera | Denise Dietsch |
| Judge's Choice for Most Romantic | 6 | Norse Pantheon | Danielle Biship, Bri Lawter, Phil Bennett, Kevin Sweeney | |
| Judge's Choice for Anachronism | 5 | Bad Timing | Susan Eisenhour, Margaret Blakesley-Blom, Richard Blom, Rachelle Hrubetz | |
| Judge's Choice for Uncomfortably Accurate | 1 | Relatable Content | Vicky Assarattanakul, Catie Cherwin | |
| Best in Show | 3 | Man Eater | Ashley Counts, Mishel Weaver, Toby Holmes |
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class | N | 23 | Jester Lavorre from the Mighty Nein | Phoenix Mister-Gottfried |
| Best In Class | Jy | 12 | Post-Apocalyptic Plaque Shaman | Snail Scott |
| Best In Class | M | 17 | Beneath the Bay of Innsmouth | Pierre Pettinger, Sandy Pettinger, Karen Heim |
| Best in Propwork | 9 | Making Friends | Steve Swope, Cathy Swope | |
| Best in Detailing | 22 | Predator | Joshua Bishop, Jordon Cakes | |
| Best in Original Character | 11 | Hetrik Ironarm | Bruce Mai | |
| Best in Recreation from Media | 10 | Ahsoka Tano | Rachel Wildermuth | |
| Best in Paint & Makeup | 7 | Geralt of Rivia & Yennifer of Vengerburg | Max Camero, Emily Biblitz | |
| Best in Armor | 15 | Doctor Doom | Michael Marnin | |
| Best in Historical Recreation | 14 | Laundry Day on Frasier's Ridge | Susan Leabhart | |
| Best Group | 5 | Bad Timing | Susan Eisenhour, Margaret Blakesley-Blom, Richard Blom, Rachelle Hrubetz | |
| Best In Show | M | 20 | Trials of the Jedi Knight | Vera Campbell |
Jr = Junior, N = Novice, Jy = Journeyman, M = Master
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class |
Jr | 10 | Fantasy Ochoka Uraraka | Alexia Creason |
| Best In Class |
N | 21 | Grey Knight Paladin | John Bauer |
| Best In Class | Jy | 11 | Bioshock Subject Delta Big Daddy | Ariana Bauer, Aidan Bauer |
| Best In Class | M | 24 | SnowBalls | Dave Kanoy, Steve Swope, Susan Bien, Kelli Lynch, Ramona Taylor |
| Judge's Choice for Best Transformation | M | Just Smile | Amanda Arthur-Struss | |
| Judge's Choice for Audience Favorite | M | Rabbit | Daren Bost | |
| Judge's Choice for Best Recreation | Jy | Fraggle Rock | Victoria Colville and Audrey Preston | |
| Judge's Choice for Most Sweetest | N | Candyland | Minna Gode | |
| Judge's Choice for Original Concept | Mary Skywalker wearing a Gauntlet and a Smile | Mary Ellen Smith | ||
| Judge's Choice Most Wicked | N | Wicked Ones | Rachel Wildermuth and Meaghen O'Connor | |
| Honorable Mention | Jr | 1 | Splatoon Inkling | Connor Bauer |
| Best in Show | N | The Night Hunters | Christine Bauschlicher, Casssidy Moran, Brian North, Cadence Forshee and Charles Bauschlicher |
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class | Jr | 10 | Fantasy Ochoka Uraraka | Alexia Creason |
| Best In Class | N | 10 | Avengers of Arendelle | Sabrina Kronener, Chlor Creighton |
| Best In Class | Jy | 31 | Fraggle Rock | Victoria Colville, Audrey Preston |
| Best In Class | M | 24 | Snowballs | Dave Kanoy, Steve Swope, Susan Bien, Kelli Lynch, Ramona Taylor |
| Best Props on the Fly | 5 | French Silk Pie | Mary Gode | |
| Best Paint | N | 28 | The Night Hunters | Christine Bauschlicher |
| Best In Show | M | 19 | The Chattering Order of St. Beryl | Susan Leabhart |
Jr = Junior, N = Novice, Jy = Journeyman, M = Master
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class |
Jr | - | - | - |
| Best In Class |
N | 6 | Fallout Vault Dwellers | Cassandra Bahre, Scott Bahre |
| Best In Class | Jy | - | - | - |
| Best In Class | M | 13 | Frodo Baggins & Samwise Gamgee | Maxine Camera, Cassie Nation |
| Judge’s Choice for Best Video Game Recreation | N | 2 | Cloud Strife | Chase Koppenhafer |
| Judge’s Choice for Most Chilling Performance | M | 7 | Elsa | Katherine Kirchoff |
| Judge’s Choice for Original Concept | M | 3 | Liturgical Colors | Pierre Pettinger, Sandy Pettinger |
| Best in Show | M | 17 | Transylvanian Lullaby | Susan Bien, Steve Swope, and Dave Kanoy |
| Award | Rank | Run # | Title | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best In Class | N | 4 | Venti the Bard | Avery Judd |
| Best In Class | - | - | - | - |
| Best In Class | M | 9 | Movellan | Denise Dietsch |
| Best use of Draping | N | 14 | Jellyfish | Teresa Rivera |
| Best Armor | 6 | Fallout Vault Dwellers | Cassandra Bahre, Scott Bahre | |
| Best in Overall Furwork and Best Bunny Butt | 1 | Bad Hare Day | Darren Bost | |
| Best in Tailoring | 7 | Elsa | Katherine Kirchoff | |
| Best Pockets in a Hurry | M | 5 | Stitch Witch | Susan Eisenhauer |
| Best In Show | M | 11 | Black Sun | Susan Leabhart, Sheril Bogenreif |
Gaming The final gaming schedule is available. I can be viewed at: https://online.fliphtml5.com/klczz/xtbn/#p=1
As with every year, we need games and GM’s. If you are interested in running games, please email gaming@archonstl.org with the following information:
Please remember: 2 hour sessions are either A or B. Full session (4 hours) will be just the session number.
The deadline for inclusion in the online booklet is August 31. If you have not submitted by this time, your games will not be included in the book posted early to the website. I will also not be able to guarantee your preferred sessions.
First Annual Archon STL Gaming Mini, April 27-28 at Game Nite, 8380 Watson Road. Please come out and play some games, meet some great people, and hear more about Archon STL. If you are interested in running games for this event (board, RPG, mini), please email: gaming@archonstl.org.
We look forward to seeing you this year!!!
| Session | Day | Time Slot A | Time Slot B |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friday | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. |
| 2 | Friday | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| 3 | Friday | Midnight | |
| 4 | Saturday | 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
| 5 | Saturday | 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| 6 | Saturday | 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. |
| 7 | Saturday | Midnight | |
| 8 | Sunday | 9 a.m. to 1 1:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
| 9 | Sunday | 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
All schedules subject to unannounced changes. Archon Membership required to participate in all game events at Archon.
New GM’s
Returning Archon STL GM’s in Good Standing
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Friday | NOON to 9 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Title | Format |
|---|---|
| Gaming Schedule | https://online.fliphtml5.com/klczz/xtbn/#p=1 |
Tracy Hanners
gaming@archonstl.org
We are happy to announce that we are hosting the annual Models & Miniatures Expo this year!
Starting with this year’s Archon, Models & Miniatures is now an EXPOSITION and not a contest. No judging, no prizes...just creators displaying their work and sharing their techniques. Please don't think your work isn't good enough to display. We’ve heard that a lot in the past. Bring it in! You will be amazed at how much everyone will love it! We say this to our young creators especially.
Please bring any models, miniatures, props, and dioramas to the Art Room, and the event staff will direct you to a table for display. It doesn't matter if they are straight out of the box, fully custom built, or scratchbuilds/kitbashes - we want them all. So if you have something sci-fi, movie, TV, fantasy, comic related or anything that fits in with the con, bring them in!
All ages are welcome! We will have persons on hand to safeguard all displayed items.
Our numbers really took a hit after Covid. We really would love to see as many entries as we can, to really bring things back. So don't hesitate to bring multiple display items. The more the merrier. Can't wait to see everyone there! Let's make this an amazing year!
Check-in begins on Friday after opening ceremonies and ends at 12PM Sat. Pick up your items Sunday at 2PM.
Sponsored and Presented By: Midwest Society of Sci-Fi and Space Model and Toy Collections
Jeff Kaler
models@archonstl.org
We look forward to seeing you in your costumes. If you would like to enter the contest, come to our photo area in the foyer of the DoubleTree on Friday night between 8:00 and 10:30pm. If we like your costume, you will be awarded an "honoree" ribbon and have your picture taken for the contest. It is as easy as that! All images will be posted to a gallery on the Archon Facebook page. Voting will be done by way of most likes on the photos. The winning costume will receive a free membership to Archon. The best reason to enter the costume contest: You are guaranteed a good photo of your costume.
Jim St. Clair
hallcostume@archonstl.org
All the Archon Room parties are on the ground floor of the DoubleTree Hotel, our main hotel. If you are planning on hosting a Room Party at Archon Con-chairs know, so that we can make sure your room is on the party floor.
Archon Security monitor all party space. When hosting a party, you will be required to read and sign a form acknowledging you understand the convention/hotel damage policy, and that you will comply with it before you can host an party. We want everyone to have a great time at Archon. We encourage you to drink responsibly and be courteous to your fellow conventioneers.
If your party causes damage to your room, the hotel will charge Archon, and we will bill you. If you plan to attach anything to the walls, floor, or ceiling inside or outside of your room, you must visit the front desk and get their approval first (Hint: Use Blu-Tac/Hobby Tack/equivalent, not tape).
As it has always been in the past and always will be, behavior which jeopardizes the convention goers will not be tolerated and you will be removed from the facilities. No exceptions. Anyone under the age of 21, who's been drinking alcohol will be removed from the convention. Illinois State Minor In Possession Law applies to consumption as well as being in physical possession of alcohol. If your under 21, you are not allowed to drink alcoholic beverages at Archon. If you're over 21 and you're found giving alcohol to anyone under 21, you will be removed as well. Jello Shots are not permitted. Anyone found in possession of, or distributing Jello Shots will have their badge taken and will be removed from the convention.
Come to Archon. Have a great time and come back next year. That's all we want and ask in return.
Due to the congestion in the halls near the Dance, Hospitality, and Party area, all prop-weapons are required to be peace-bonded while in the DoubleTree hotel after 9 p.m. This is to prevent accidents to both your prop-weapon and your fellow convention attendees while trying to navigate the crowded hallways.
With over 80 artists on display be sure to stop by and see the awesome variety that is the Archon Art Show. Showcasing some of the best artists in the country.
Cameras (including camera phones) are not permitted in the Art Show or Print Shop.
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Thursday | (Artist Setup Only) 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. |
| Friday | 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Saturday |
10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Auction 4:30 p.m. (open 2 hours after close of auction for sales & pick-up) |
| Sunday |
10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon (sales & pick-up) 12 Noon - 3 p.m. (artist checkout only) |
Hours are subject to change at the discretion of the Art Show Staff.
| Artist | Website |
|---|---|
| Rachael Mayo | website |
| Raymond VanTilburg | website |
| Rodney Eaton | |
| Betsy Mott | |
| Art of Keri Ruediger | website |
| Whisperstudio - Broken Toys | website |
| April Robinson | |
| Lucy Synk Fantasy Art | website |
| Allison Stein | website |
| Abranda Icle Art | website |
| Katrina Joyner | |
| Sarah Clemens | |
| Arden Nixon | |
| Digital Originals by Mike Cole | |
| William Hodgson of Freelance | website |
| Theresa Mather Fantasy Art | website |
| Weird Sisters Publishing LLC | website |
| Rocky Mountain Home | |
| Ross Hathaway | |
| Alan Beck | |
| Robert Phillips | |
| Mary Phillips | |
| JR Daniels | |
| Affiliation | |
| RibbonAnnArt | website |
| SamHain Press, LLC | website |
| Windwolf Studio - The Art of Sandra SanTara | website |
| Goldenwolf Art | website |
| St. Louis Cosplay Photography | website |
| Patricia McCracken | |
| Mary Mueller | |
| Silvermist Design | |
| Artczar Creative Studio | website |
Anna Mulch
Liz Hollendonner
artshow@archonstl.org
Friday and Saturday evenings at the DoubleTree Hotel enjoy high energy dances to fandom best hits.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the DoubleTree Hotel.
Archon has a dedicated open gaming space and extensive board gaming library available to all convention attendees. Find more than 50 popular titles to enjoy with your friends.
Tracy Hanners
gaming@archonstl.org
Fandom Promenade, Archon's portal to the creative arts of science fiction and fantasy. Select each of the sections to learn more about our anticipated vendors that will be attending this year.
Interested in showcasing your work, services, or product? Read more below in Panelist/Vendor section below.
In the Creator's Alley, Archon showcases the artists and creative minds of speculative fiction and allows you watch them work their magic before your eyes.
The Alley will be open 5 p.m. on Friday until Noon on Sunday.
| Creator | Details |
|---|---|
| Christina Liming Lady Badger | |
| Bob Eggleton | |
| ILH Studios | |
| Mike Cole | |
| Laura McDermott Orion's Dragon Gems | |
| Felice Frye Viridescent Creation | |
| Teresa/Brad Roselli Top Tier Figures | |
| Kate Gmoser Nerd and Villian | |
| Nem Mueske Lunar Achilles | |
| Todd Gilliom Gill-T Games | |
| David Bush AWOL Art | |
| Dolores Jensen | Turtle Cove Imaginings |
| Brent Chumley | |
| Paul Frank Franks Creations | |
| Eddie Wilson Whisper Studio | |
| Eden O'Hern Edenfire | |
| CloudyAster | |
| Neko and Bee | |
| Michael Hartmann | |
| Jenny Lin Moon & June Studio | |
| Gregory Grapperhaus NickNackNerds | |
| Juanita Williams | |
| Dr. Pamela L. Gay Astronomy Cast | |
| Katherine Hollingsworth | |
| Andie Scott Cartoons by Andie |
Interested in showcasing your work? Read more and get documents in Interested Panelists section below.
Jared Sies
artistalley@archonstl.org
Bookseller's Row is a series of tables located in the main hallway just outside the Dealers Room where authors can sell their books. Featuring works by original authors.
| Bookseller | Details |
|---|---|
| Gail Barth | |
| Van Allen Plexico | Bookseller's Web URL |
| True Namer, LLC | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Year of the Frog Publishing | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Burn the Map Publishing | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Sean R. Frazier | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Dana Lockhart | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Kathryn Sullivan | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Literary Underworld | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Jennifer Stolzer Books & Illustration | Bookseller's Web URL |
| St. Louis Writers Guild | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Jessica Mathews Books | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Trisha Jones | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Phyllis Wheeler, Author | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Wendy Blanton | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Latchkey Press | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Ink & Quill Press | Bookseller's Web URL |
| Hoven Crow Entertainment | |
| dicegeeks | Bookseller's Web URL |
Interested in having a table in Bookseller's Row? Read more and get documents in Interested Panelists section below.
Jill Lybarger
booksellers@archonstl.org
What's that? You've never been to a Dealer's Room? What's it all about? Think of the Dealer's Room as the fannish equivalent of a mall, or a medieval marketplace, or space bazaar. Here you can find books and games, dice, cards, books, costumes, tee-shirts, books, DVD's, CD's, books, jewelry, artwork, and (did we mention?) books!
Friday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
So, bring your ducats, your credits, your doubloons (or better yet, your checkbook, credit cards and cash, because most of the dealers won't take ducats, credits or doubloons!) and check out the Dealer's Room!
To be updated as we get closer to the event.
| Dealer | Details |
|---|---|
| 20th Century Books | website |
| Acree Woodland Gifts | |
| Adventurer's Loot | website |
| Biff! Bam! Boom! Comics | website |
| Brian Lan / Decade of Excess | website |
| Brick Street Books and Curiosity Shop | website |
| Cardz Xtcetera | website |
| Castle Perilous Games | website |
| Click Clacks Dice | website |
| Crane's Post, Inc. | |
| Crazy Cowboy Lightsabers | |
| Critical Blast Publishing | website |
| Cute Custom Ears | website |
| David Lee Pancake | website |
| Dragonfly Studios Magical Emporium | website |
| Doug Schaefer / Art Guy Designs/OddiTikis | website |
| Earth Wisdom | website |
| Fantasy Books, Inc | website |
| Crane's Post, Inc. | |
| Everything's Shiny Creations | website |
| Game Night | website |
| Glen Cook - Bookseller | |
| Horizon Music, Inc. | website |
| Infinite Diversity | |
| Karen DeGuire Creations | website |
| Kiara Thompson | website |
| Leather Peacock | website |
| Left Bank Books | website |
| Line By Lion Publications | website |
| Lisa Dobbins / Author EK Dobbins | website |
| Little Spaniel's Crafts | website |
| Loving Rose | website |
| Madam Coyote, LLC | website |
| Mythica Gaming | website |
| Nerd and Villian | website |
| The Nightingale's Nest | |
| Open Dead Inside | website |
| Pegasus Publishing | website |
| Random Fandom | website |
| Silvermist Design | website |
| Snarky Sayings | website |
| Starship Cat | website |
| STL Massage Geeks | |
| WaggonsWest | website |
Interested in having a table in the Dealer's Room? Read more and get documents in Interested Panelists section below.
Jill Lybarger
dealers@archonstl.org
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway City Ghostbusters | Gateway City Ghostbusters | Gateway City Ghostbusters |
| USS Umiak | USS Umiak | USS Umiak |
| St. Louis Space Frontier | St. Louis Space Frontier | St. Louis Space Frontier |
| St. Louis Costumers Guild | St. Louis Costumers Guild | -available- |
| 501st Legion | 501st Legion | Legion of Honor |
| Xi the Mentalist | Xi the Mentalist | Xi the Mentalist |
| -available- | Capricon | -available- |
| -available- | -available- | -available- |
The Gateway City Ghostbusters are an all volunteer organization dedicated to bringing people together to promote interest in the Ghostbusters fandom and to help the needs of our community through volunteer work. We do this through prop and costume building workshops, parades, holding monthly meetings, and volunteer events. Club Website
The USS Umiak was commissioned April 1st 1992, under command of Captain Doug Glenn. We are a chapter of Starfleet International, Region 12. We are a diverse group of people who joined for an array of reasons, from community service and friendship, costuming to conventions. All wanting to have FUN, and bound by the beliefs and ideas expressed in the Star Trek universe. Our mission... To explore the world around us, to seekout like minds and level of dedicatio ...TO BOLDLY GO... In Honor of Those who have led the way. Club Website
The Saint Louis Space Frontier is a chapter of the National Space Society. The NSS Vision is: People living and working in thriving communities beyond the Earth, and the use of the vast resources of space for the dramatic betterment of humanity. Our chapter meets monthly, participates in outreach events, has fun at social events, and hosts the Gateway to Space Conference each fall. Club Website
A regional chapter of the International Costumers' Guild, a worldwide educational organization of costume professionals and hobbyists whose aim is to: "promote the educational, cultural, literary, artistic and theatrical advancement of costume design and construction and the influence of costume (clothing), fabrics, and design upon societies and cultures." and: "promote public goodwill towards the costuming community and to provide a public forum for the discussion of costume, clothing, and other related subjects through publications, conferences, and other special projects." We're as much a social organization and support group as we are a costuming guild. We're friends, co-conspirators, instructors, and everybody's cheering section. Not all of us make or even wear costumes, but we all appreciate the "artform" and goad each other into greater leaps and accomplishments whether on stage or off. We come from all walks of life: programmers, students, artists, teachers, nurses, retirees, accountants, and retail clerks. Like ourselves, our costuming interests are varied and all-encompassing. Half the fun of the SLCG is the exchange of ideas and information, and working together to learn new things and techniques as our projects go from idea to full-blown presentation. Club Website
The 501st Legion are the premiere bad guy and good costume groups for the Star Wars Universe. We are all volunteer and non-profit groups which focus on movie quality costumes, charity and community. Through the blessing of Lucasfilm we are able to do use our love of Star Wars to help our communities and more charities than we can count. The charities include Make-A-Wish, Children's Miracle Network, American Cancer Society, USO, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and so so many more. In 2014 we were able to raise over 36 million dollars in charity worldwide! We also strive to help our community at large with events at children's hospitals, libraries, and many other community events. Club Website
Fight club for armored combat! Travel the country to fight for honor and glory! Club Website
Zi is a Magician and Scientist based in the St Louis region, who has been performing magic on stages and at events throughout the country for more than 10 years, with a passion for inspiring wonder, critical thinking, and appreciation of our knowledge of the world around us. In addition to his work as a Magician, Zi is also an accomplished Scientist with a focus in Biology. Zi uses Magic to teach about the neuroscience of perception, illustrating the ways that our senses can be tricked, and shedding light on the shortcuts and blind spots that we all share. Website
Capricon is a four-day science fiction convention held annually in the Chicagoland area since 1981. We celebrate the best of science fiction and fantasy, with a focus on literature. We are part of the world-wide fannish community, where diversity is encouraged and all are welcome. Club Website
Interested in hosting a Fan Club table? Read more and get documents in Interested Panelists section below.
Dave Phelps
fanclub@archonstl.org
Archon, an internationally known, highly regarded and well attended science fiction and fantasy convention. The Archon convention is a locally organized and locally staffed event, presented each year by St. Louis area science fiction and fantasy fans.
It includes internationally known media guests, scientist, writers, artists, merchandise dealers and performers and a world recognized Masquerade; its goal is to bring to Saint Louis and science fiction fandom everywhere, a celebration of your imagination.
We are an Institutional Member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. and Host of The North American Science Fiction Convention (NASFiC) in 2005. (Archon 31/TuckerCon)
The Archon Hall of Fame award was established to recognize outstanding contributions to Archon by fans and professionals who are not members of the convention staff or committee. The award was instituted in 1997, with a special Grand Master Hall of Fame award going to Wilson "Bob" Tucker; the Pro award went to Glen Cook, and three Fan awards were given to J.D. Streett IV, William "Bear" Reed, and Cindy Payant.
Established to recognize outstanding contributions to the Archon Masquerade. The first award, in 1998, was a tie, awarded to Mike Evans and Kevin Dulle.
Charitable proceeds from this year's event to benefit the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis.
Charity Coordinator: Liz Hollendonner charity@archonstl.org
Volunteers are an integral part of any successful convention. Reach out to us if you want to become part of a fantastic adventure.
Archon Volunteer Coordinator volunteers@archonstl.org
Our committee does what they do because they love Archon; none of them are paid for their services, time, or effort to bring you what you will experience over the weekend. Please remember to include your name and/or business and a phone number to reach you.
Archon St. Louis| Department | Coordinator E-mail |
|---|---|
| Con-Chairs |
Erin McFadden Scott Corwin |
| Art Show | Anna Mulch |
| Art Show Charity Auction | Liz Hollendonner |
| Bookseller's Row & Dealer's Room | Jill Lybarger and John O'Reilly |
| Filk | Sandra Greenberg and Mark Ewbank |
| Gaming | Tracy Hanners |
| Grand Masquerade | Sheila Lenkman |
| Hallway Costume Contest | Jim St. Clair |
| Children's Programming | Kristen Albers |
| General Programming | Rhiannon Gonzalez and Patricia McFadden |
| Registration | Maureen Davis and Randy Davis |
| Charitable Proceeds Program | Liz Hollendonner |
| Fan Clubs | Dave Phelps |
| Volunteers | Jason and Esther Halbert |
| Security | Bill Thomas |
| Lost and Found & Logistics | Sean Sendlein |
| Pro Guests | Rhiannon Gonzalez and Patricia McFadden |
| Hospitality | Steve Denton |
| Creator's Alley | Jared Sies |
| Room Parties | Jason and Esther Halbert |
| Program Book | John Sies |
| Social Media | Z Norris |
| Miniatures & Models Expo | Jeff Kaler |
Archon's Lexicon, a tribute to past events, those that contributed, most importantly, the fans!
This is a work in progress. If you have any contributions, please send them to the webmaster.
| Book Image | Series | Date | Facts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | July 15-17, 1977 |
GoH: George R.R. Martin* FGoH: Leigh & Norbert Couch TM: Donn Brazier SGoH: Gale Burnick Location: Stouffer's Riverfront Towers Attendance: 253 Chairs: Barb Fitzsimmons, Tim Hays |
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| 2 | July 14-16, 1978 |
GoH: C.J. Cherryh* FGoH: Rusty Hevelin* Location: Stan Musial & Biggies St. Louis Hilton Inn Attendance: 590 Chairs: Barb Fitzsimmons John Novak |
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3 | July 13-15, 1979 |
GoH: Joe Haldeman* FGoH: Lesleigh Couch (Luttrell), Hank Luttrell Location: Stan Musial & Biggies St. Louis Hilton Inn Attendance: 630 Chairs: Barb Fitzsimmons, Karl Kuhlman |
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4 | July 11-13, 1980 |
GoH: Bob Bloch*, Bob Tucker* TM: Ed Bryant* Location: Chase-Park Plaza Hotel Attendance: 878 Chair: Craig Ware |
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5 | July 10-12, 1981 |
GoH: Tanith Lee FGoH: Joan Hanke Woods TM: Charles L. Grant (could not attend due to being in the hospital, so Archon 12 (1988) wasn't really a repeat) Location: Chase-Park Plaza Hotel Attendance: 1229 Chairs: Jillian Bakke, John Brooks |
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6 | July 23-25, 1982 |
GoH: Stephen King FGoH: Walt Liebscher TM: Bob Bloch* Location: Chase-Park Plaza Hotel Attendance: ~1750 Chairs: Jillian Bakke, John Brooks |
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7 | July 22-24, 1983 |
GoH: Gene Wolfe FGoH: Fred Haskell TM: Howard Waldrop* Location: Chase-Park Plaza Hotel Attendance: ~1200 Chair: John Brooks Vice-Chairs: Jillian Bakke, Donna Sutton |
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8 | July 13-15, 1984 |
GoH: L. Sprague de Camp, Catherine Crook de Camp AGoH: Jack Gaughan TM: C.J. Cherryh* Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1200 Chairs: Donna Sutton, John Brooks |
| 9 | July 12-14, 1985 |
GoH: R.A. MacAvoy AGoH: Rowena Morrill TM: Suzette Hadin Elgin Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1200 Chair: Genie Yaffe Vice-Chair: Amy Verseman |
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| 10 | July 25-27, 1986 |
GoH: Frederik Pohl AGoH: Dell Harris TM: Victor Milan* Location: Clarion Hotel (ex-Stouffer's Riverfront Towers) Attendance: ~1200 Chairs: Michel Durland, Laura LeHew |
| Book Image | Series | Date | Facts |
|---|---|---|---|
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11 | July 10-12, 1987 |
GoH: Glen Cook* AGoH: Keith Berdak FGoH: Nancy Nutt TM: James P. Hogan Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1200 Chairs: David Verseman, Judi Cook |
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12 | July 15-17, 1988 |
GoH: Chelsea Quinn Yarbro GoH: Real Musgrave FGoH: Martha Beck SGoH: Dennis Etchison TM: Charles L. Grant Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1400? Chair: Michelle Tenney |
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13 | July 21-23, 1989 |
GoH: David Brin AGoH: Frank Kelly-Freas FGoH: Julius Schwartz* TM: Bob Tucker* Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1500? Chairs: Michelle (Tenney) Zellich, Rich Zellich |
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14 | June 22-24, 1990 |
SGoH: [All the Wild Cards personnel invited] Ed Bryant* Victor Milan* Walton Simons Leanne C. Harper John J.Miller Melinda Snodgrass Stephen Leigh Gail Miller Walter Jon Williams George R.R. Martin*
Betsy Mitchell William F. Wu Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1600? Chair: Rich Zellich |
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15 | July 12-14, 1991 |
GoH: Emma Bull & Will Shetterly AGoH: Steve & Fran Scherer FGoH: Jim & Kim Elmore TM: Brian & Donna Thomsen Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1750? Chair: Rich Zellich |
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16 | July 10-12, 1992 |
GoH: John Varley AGoH: Don Maitz FGoH: Roger Tener * TM: Ricia Mainhardt Location: Henry VIII Hotel Attendance: ~1950 Chairs: Rich Zellich, Les Haven |
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17 | June 25-27, 1993 |
GoH: Howard Waldrop* AGoH: Carl Lundgren FGoH: Richard Cross, Tom Seymour Ted Smith J.D. Streett IV TM: Roger Zelazny Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~1050 Chair: Les Haven |
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18 | June 24-26, 1994 |
GoH: Jack Chalker AGoH: Robert "J.R." Daniels FGoH: Elliott "Elst" Weinstein TM: Martha Soukup Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~1450 Chairs: Rich Zellich Jeanne Norris |
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19 | June 23-25, 1995 |
GoH: Jack Williamson AGoH: Doug Chaffee FGoH: First Fandom SGoH: A. E. van Vogt TM: Sam Moskowitz Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~1750 Chairs: Jeanne Norris Judi Cook |
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20 | October 4-6, 1996 |
GoH: Ray Bradbury AGoH: Ray Harryhausen FGoH: Forrest J. Ackerman* TM: Julius Schwartz* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~2150 Chair: Jeanne Norris |
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21 | October 3-5, 1997 |
GoH: Lois McMaster Bujold AGoH: Mary Hanson-Roberts FGoH: Barbara (Fitzsimmons) Stewart Tim Hays SGoH: George R.R. Martin* GGoH: Sandy Petersen TM: Toni Weisskopf* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~1900 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - Wilson "Bob" Tucker Pro of the Year - Glen Cook Fan of the Year - J.D. Streett, IV William "Bear" Reed Cindy Payant |
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22 | October 2-4, 1998 |
GoH: James P. Hogan AGoH: John Sies FGoH: John Novak Shannon (Craig) Ware GGoH: Lester Smith MGoH: Ricky & Karen Dick (could not attend) TM: Glen Cook* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 1910 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Vic Milan, Fan of the Year - Cam Nickelberry (posthumous), Nickelberry Awards: Kevin Dulle, Mike Evans |
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23 | October 1-3, 1999 |
GoH: Gardner Dozois AGoH: Ray Van Tilburg FGoH: Jillian Bakke John Brooks Donna (Sutton) Bakke MGoH: Susan & Jeff Stringer GGoH: Decipher TM: Forrest J. Ackerman* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 1891 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - George R.R. Martin Pro of the Year - Robert "J.R." Daniels Fan of the Year - Tom Seymour Nickelberry Award: Steve Swope |
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24 | September 29-October 1, 2000 |
GoH: Larry Niven AGoH: Larry Elmore GGoH: Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG) MGoH: Dana and Bruce MacDermott SGoH: Jim Baen FGoH: Michel (Durland) Burkhart Laura LeHew Judi Cook Special Event: First Fandom Reunion TM: Jerry Pournelle (could not attend due to illness) Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~2200 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Laurell K. Hamilton Fan of the Year - John Brooks Nickelberry Award: Dave "Doc" Trammel |
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25 | October 5-7, 2001 |
GoH: Robert Jordan AGoH: David Cherry GGoH: Steve Jackson MGoH: Byron Connell FlGoH: Tom Smith SGoH: Jack "BoJay" Stauffer FGoH: Genie Yaffe Amy Verseman David Verseman TM: George R.R. Martin* MasqMC: Vic Milan* Special Appearance: Virginia Hey Animal GoH: Two tiger cubs from SafariPark Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~2200 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - Vic Milan Pro of the Year - Ray Van Tilburg Fan of the Year - Mike McFadden Steve Swope Nickelberry Award: Michelle Zellich |
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26 | October 4-6, 2002 |
GoH: Connie Willis AGoH: Ruth Thompson GGoH: WizKids Games SGoH: Dirk Benedict FGoH: Les Haven Jeanne Norris TM: Mike McFadden MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~2300 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - Martha Beck Pro of the Year - Mickey Zucker Reichert Fan of the Year - Susan Eisenhour Nickelberry Award: Greg Krumrey |
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27 | October 2-5, 2003 The first four-day Archon |
GoH: Michael Stackpole AGoH: Butch Honeck GGoH: Majestic 12 Games Costuming GoH: Kenneth Hall Filk GoH: Michael "Moonwulf" Longcor SGoHs: Andreas Katsulas, Julie Caitlin Brown FGoH: Jim Murray, Paula Helm Murray, Margene Bahm TM: Dana Eilers MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair:7 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Keith Berdak Fan of the Year - Jillian Bakke - Donna Bakke Nickelberry Award: Eileen Lenkman |
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28 | September 30-October 3, 2004 |
GoH: Alan Dean Foster AGoH: Vincent DiFate SGoH: George Takei GGoH: Shane Hensley Costuming GoH: Jacqueline Ward Filk GoH: the Great Luke Ski FGoH: Mike Glyer TM: Ben Bova MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2465 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Barb Van Tilburg Fan of the Year - Rick Hubbard Nickelberry Award: Sheryl Haven |
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29 | September 29-October 2, 2005 |
GoHs: Jody Lynn Nye, Bill Fawcett AGoH: Stephen Hickman SGoHs: Marc Singer, Melody Anderson, Joanna Cassidy (originally-announced SGoH Tanya Roberts had to cancel at the last minute, and was replaced by Ms. Anderson and Ms. Cassidy) SGoHs: Toni Weisskopf*, Hank Reinhardt GGoH: Troll Lord Games Costuming GoH: Janet Wilson Anderson Filk GoH: Eric Coleman FGoH: Keith Stokes TM: K.D. Wentworth MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair:5 Chair: Michelle Zellich Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Mark Tiedemann Fan of the Year - Bob Stoltman Nickelberry Award: Stephanie Bergeran |
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30 | October 5-8, 2006 |
GoH: Elizabeth Moon AGoH: Alan Gutierrez SGoH: Billy West FGoH: Jan Howard "Wombat" finder GGoH: Steve Johnson, Hex Games Costuming GoH: Gypsy Ames Filk GoH: Jeff & Maya Bohnhoff TM: Robin Wayne Bailey MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2748 Chairs: Michelle Zellich Steve Norris Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Lucy Synk Fan of the Year - John Donigan Nickelberry Award: Paul Lawrenz |
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31, TuckerCon, the 9th NASFiC | August 2-5, 2007 |
GoH: Barbara Hambly AGoH: Darrell K. Sweet SGoHs: Kevin Murphy, Bill Corbett (originally-announced SGoH Mira Furlan had to cancel, and was replaced by MST3K Guests Murphy and Corbett) FGoH: Nancy "Cleo" Hathaway GGoH: James Ernest, Cheapass Games Costuming GoH: Elizabeth Covey Filk GoHs: Barry & Sally Childs-Helton TM: Roger Tener* MasqMC: Vic Milan* Additional Guests: Lani Tupu, Tee Morris, Richard Hatch Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Holiday Inn (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ~1950 Chairs: Steve Norris Michelle Zellich Archon Fall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - Collinsville Gateway Center Pro of the Year - Selina Rosen Fan of the Year - Barbara Stewart Tucker Awards for Excellence in Science Fiction Convention Partying: Grand Master - Tim "Uncle Timmy" Bolgeo Pro of the Year - Toni Weisskopf Fan of the Year - Jim Murray Awards presented by groups not affiliated with Archon: First Fandom Awards: Hall of Fame - Algis Budrys Posthumous Hall of Fame - Don Daily DucKon Golden Duck Awards: Picture Book Award - Night of the Homework Zombies by Scott Nickel, Illustrated by Steve Harpster Eleanor Cameron Award - Apers by Mark Jansen with Barbara Day Zinicola Hal Clement Award - Rash by Pete Hautman Special Award - Write Your Own Science Fiction Story by Tish Farrel Sidewise Awards for Alternate History: Long Form - Charles Stross, for The Family Trade, The Hidden Family, and The Clan Corporate Short Form - Gardner Dozois, for Counterfactual |
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32 | October 3-5, 2008 |
GoH: Laurell K. Hamilton AGoH: John Kovalic FGoH: Rich & Michelle Zellich SGoH: MST3K: Trace Beaulieu Frank Coniff Joel Hodgson Mary Jo Pehl Joshua Weinstein TM: Vic Milan* MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center & Hotel Collinsville (ex-Holiday Inn) (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2164 Chair: Steve Norris Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Grand Master - Laurell K. Hamilton Pro of the Year - Butch Honeck Fans of the Year - Rich & Michelle Zellich Nickelberry Award: Linda Zang |
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33 | October 2-4, 2009 |
GoH: Eric Flint AGoH: Tom Kidd (Gnemo) SGoH: Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) Filk GoH: Carla Ulbrich FGoH: Tom & Bobbi Meserole TM: Bradley Denton MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 1893 Chair: Steve Norris Archon Hall of Fame Awards: Pro of the Year - Cindy Warke (Gateway Center) Fan of the Year - John Novak Nickelberry Award: Jared Sies |
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34 | October 1-3, 2010 |
GoH: Kevin J. Anderson & Rebecca Moesta AGoH: Kurt Miller Gaming GoH: Matt Forbeck FGoH: Jim Buck & Teri Buck Special Anime GoH: Vic Mignogna TM: Selina Rosen MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Westport Plaza Sheraton Hotels and Conference Center Attendance: 2155 Chair: Steve Norris Nickelberry Award: Jim and Vicki Swoboda |
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35 | September 30-October 2, 2011 |
GoH: Spider Robinson (attended via teleconference) Anime GoH: Sonny Strait AGoH: Brad W. Foster FGoH: Steve Lopata TM: Rusty Hevelin* MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: ???? Chair: Steve Norris Nickelberry Award: ???? |
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36 | October 12-14, 2012 |
GoH: Elonka Dunin AGoH: Mike Cole Filk GoH: Vixy & Tony GGoHs: Crafty Games SGoH: Gil Gerard FGoH: Guy Lillian TM: Joe Haldeman* MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center (Collinsville, IL) Attendance: 2185 Chair: Steve Norris Nickelberry Award: Bruce and Nora Mai |
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37 | October 4-6, 2013 |
GoH: David Weber AGoH: Donato Giancola GGoH: TBD FGoH: Jan DiMasi TM: Lee Martindale MasqMC: Vic Milan* Location: Collinsville Gateway Center (Collinsville, IL) Chair: Steve Norris |
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38 | October 3-5, 2014 | GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: |
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GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: | October 2-4, 2015 | GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: |
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40 | September 30 - October 2, 2016 | GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: |
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41 | September 29 - October 1, 2017 | GoH: Seanan McGuire (Mira Grant) AGoH: John E. Kaufmann TM: Bryan Thomas Schmidt Location: Gateway Convention Center Attendance: ? Chair: ? |
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42 | October 12 - 14, 2018 | GoH: Charlie Jane Anders MGoH: Phil LaMarr AGoH: Rick Burchett FilkGoH: Ookla the Mok TM: James J. Murray Location: Gateway Convention Center Attendance: ? Chair: ? |
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43 | October 4 - 6, 2019 | GoH: James S.A. Corey AGoH: Mitch Bentley FGoH: MasqGoH: MediaGoH: TM: Caroline Spector Location: Attendance: Chair: |
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44 | GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: |
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45 | GoH: AGoH: FGoH: SGoH: GGoH: TM: Location: Attendance: Chair: |