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The Magic Circle History Day, 8 June 2024

The Magic Circle History Day, 8 June 2024

If you are able to get to London on Saturday 8 June do book ahead for The Magic Circle History Day. You do not ...
The European Magic History Conference in Ghent on 24-27 August

The European Magic History Conference in Ghent on 24-27 August

These EMHCs are always first class. I'm sure this one will be too. If you are going, and can find the time, do ...
Professor Edwin A. Dawes (1925-2023)

Professor Edwin A. Dawes (1925-2023)

During the Celebration of the Life of Prof. Edwin A. Dawes, held on 3 April 2023, a number of people talked about ...
2nd Edition of The Season’s Greetings from David Devant: a card collection

2nd Edition of The Season’s Greetings from David Devant: a card collection

We are pleased to say that The Magic Circle Archives, London, along with Paul Kieve and Peter Lane, have kindly ...
Davenport Instagram Collection now live

Davenport Instagram Collection now live

Just this week we’ve launched the Davenport Instagram Collection. If you like it, spread the word to your friends.
The Davenport Film Collection YouTube Channel

The Davenport Film Collection YouTube Channel

We are pleased to announce that we have now launched the Davenport Film Collection YouTube Channel as a companion ...
Take a tour of the Davenport Collection

Take a tour of the Davenport Collection

Every quarter we send out an e-news which covers various items in the collection. If you'd like to be added to the ...