We are always buying
single slides and collections of Alaska magic
lantern slides. Over the past 25 years we have purchased dozens of
collections of Alaska magic lantern slides. Our expertise in this area
includes extensive research into the history of Alaska magic lantern
slides and Alaska magic lantern shows, and the manufacturers,
photographers, and lanternists involved. We have also been presenting
Alaska magic lantern shows to elementary schools, historical societies,
and the general public in Alaska, for a number of years.
Above is an example of
an Alaska glass slide. Also known as a magic
lantern, or stereoptican, or stereopticon, slide.
They are usually 3 1/4 X 4 inches, or 3 1/4 X 3 1/4 inches (British),
or panoramic. Sometimes black & white, sometimes in color.
We also collect the
ephemera of Alaska magic lantern shows (often
referred to as an "Illustrated Lecture" on Alaska or the Yukon). We
will purchase show notices (broadside advertisements), tickets,
catalogs, and other related paper items.
We are members of the
Magic Lantern Society of the United States & Canada; Magic Lantern
Society UK; and owners of the Magic Lantern discussion group
(YahooGroups).