History of Animazement
The history of Animazement began in 1997, when TAAS (Triangle Area Anime Society) held the first 36-Hour Anime Marathon event. TAAS, led by North Carolina State University Students, was an anime club for fans of all ages. Their weekly meetings were attended by a diverse group of fans from central North Carolina, ranging in age from elementary school students to adults. At the 36-Hour Anime Marathon, over 200 fans from all across North Carolina were able to gather for a weekend of anime-related fun. The organizers began considering holding an anime convention, and this event was viewed as a sort of test-case for what would eventually become Animazement. Read more…
Mission Statement
The mission of Animazement is to provide an introduction to Japanese Language and Culture, through the world of Japanese Animation and Manga. For three days each spring, we bring together a diverse group of attendees, volunteers, special Japanese and American guests, panelists, and our staff, and together we share in celebrating Japanese entertainment and visual culture. Our activities span the various genres of anime, manga, video games, J-pop/J-rock, martial arts, traditional arts and crafts, and more, all in a family-friendly, festival-like atmosphere. Sure, it’s a party, but it is our sincere hope that everyone who attends Animazement also learns something, and leaves with a greater sense of cultural understanding and appreciation for Japanese Culture and Language.
『日本のアニメと漫画を通じて日本の文化･日本語を紹介する』
Charitable Contributions
Animazement is the primary event sponsored by Educational Growth Across Oceans, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. However, EGAO has plans to do much more, including a future scholarship program. You may make tax-exempt charitable donations, to help us further our mission of sharing Japanese language and culture. We gratefully accept donations of money, as well as goods (items for prizes/giveaways, computers, equipment, etc.). Read more…
Sponsor Animazement
Sponsoring Animazement is a great way to get your name in front of people while supporting the anime community. Animazement accepts sponsorship in many ways, including: Lanyards/Badge Holders, Prizes for Contests, Advertising in our con book, Convention Bags, and much more.
