NorWesCon / Worldcon 1950
September 1-4, 1950
Multnomah Hotel
Portland, OR, USA
Science Fiction Convention
The 8th World Science Fiction Convention, also known as NorWesCon, was held September 1-4, 1950, at the Multnomah Hotel in Portland, Oregon, USA. The supporting organization was the Portland Science-Fantasy Society. The chairman was Donald B. Day.
The guest of honor was Anthony Boucher. The toastmaster, listed as the "Entertainment Master of Ceremonies", was Theodore Sturgeon.
Registration Information
At-Door Rates
$1: All 4 Days
$1: All 4 Days
NorWesCon / Worldcon 1950 Reports and Photos
- No reports found.
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