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Revision as of 05:02, 12 September 2020
Arisia is a Boston-area science fiction convention, named for a planet in the Lensman novels by E. E. "Doc" Smith. The name was chosen as an homage to an older Boston-area con, Boskone, which took the typical ending for a convention -- con -- and then altered the spelling to match the name of an organization in the Lensman books.
Arisia was first held in 1990, and its attendance has grown from 842 to over 2,000. Arisia 2007 was held January 12-14 at the Hyatt Regency in Cambridge, MA.
Regular events include one of the largest Masquerades on the East Coast; "Fast Track" programming for children; a demonstration of historical fighting techniques; gaming; and film, video, and anime rooms. Other events that have been recently included are a blood drive, a drumming circle, Friday and Saturday evening dances, and live radio dramas.
The Arisia Corporation is the body that funds and promotes the annual Arisia convention; additional activities include awarding grants to other related organizations. Membership costs $24 per year starting in September, pro-rated for members who join during later months. Corporate positions are elected by the voting body (defined as members who have attended one previous corporate meeting) in September. Meetings are held monthly, usually at MIT, and are open to the public.
A Personal Note from Robin
BackDrop Club on 8th Street was host for the 1993 ConFrancisco/ASB party. See also [ Arisia party rules ]
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