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Anthrocon is the world's largest convention for those fascinated with anthropomorphics, which are humanlike animal characters. We are a collection of artists, animators, writers, costumers, puppeteers, and just everyday fans who enjoy cartoon animals and their kin.

This Summer we will convene at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA, from June 24-27, 2010 for workshops, panel discussions, an art exhibition and a dealer room, and much more! Membership is open to any and all who like to imagine what it would be like if animals could walk and talk as we do.

We are very pleased to announce that Mr. James Gurney will be joining us at our 2010 convention as our honored guest. Mr. Gurney is the author and illustrator of the Dinotopia series of books, and as an artist is renowned for his depictions of creatures straight out of the "Modern Stone Age."

Attending membership is $40 until February 15th, 2010. Thereafter, the rate will be $45 until June 6th, 2010, when pre-registration will close. Attending registration will cost $50 at the door.