The Society of American Magicians, founded on May 10, 1902 in Martinka's famous magic shop in New York
City, New York, is the oldest and most prestigious magical society in the world. For over a century it has
promoted the ideals shared by Kellar, Houdini, Thurston and over 45,000 others world-wide who have held
membership in the society. These ideals include the elevation of the Art of Magic, the promotion of harmony among
magicians, and the opposition of the unnecessary public exposure of magical effects.
The S.A.M. offers the opportunity to unite and associate with leaders in the World of Magic - not only
professionals, but with amateurs, manufacturers, magic dealers, book authors and magic collectors. Through its
monthly publications, annual conventions, and with almost 300 "Assemblies" throughout the world, the
S.A.M. provides the necessary forum for the advancement of magic through discussions, lectures, research,
performances, and exchange of magic secrets within the magic community. To promote these endeavors the
S.A.M. presents awards and fellowships in recognition of outstanding achievement in the Art of Magic.
If you have a serious interest in the Art of Magic then you, too, can follow in the footsteps of Harry
Houdini, Harry Blackstone, Jr., Siegfried & Roy, Lance Burton and David Copperfield by joining the
most prestigious magical organization in the world - The Society of American Magicians.
S.A.M. Plans for the Future
The following are the Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives statements developed by the Long Range Planning Committee which were approved at the National Council Meeting in November, 2009:
VISION (PURPOSE)
The purpose of this Society shall be to advance, elevate, and preserve magic as a performing art, to promote harmonious fellowship throughout the world of magic and to maintain and improve ethical standards in the field of magic.
MISSION
It is the mission of The Society of American Magicians to promote an environment for the worldwide magic community that fosters fellowship, preservation of the magical arts, ethical standards, education, and personal growth.
GOAL 1: Improve the program of services for all of our members
(a) Objective: Expand and improve the information provided to and communication with our members
(b) Objective: Improve the fellowship within the Society and create a sense of pride in belonging to the S.A.M.
(c) Objective: Improve the structure of the Society
(d) Objective: Expand and improve the Services provided to members
(e) Objective: Expand and improve the educational and learning opportunities provided to members
GOAL 2: Provide opportunities, to those interested, to learn magic and about magic
(a) Objective: Develop a program for teaching non members to learn magic
(b) Objective: Provide specific news releases that target the media to educate the public about magic
GOAL 3: Provide prudent fiscal leadership for the Society
(a) Objective: Generate more income for the Society
(b) Objective: Investigate ways to reduce the expenditures of the Society
GOAL 4: Establish policy and standards of ethics
(a) Objective: Establish an ethics statement for all members
(b) Objective: Partner with all magic organizations
GOAL 5: Preserve and honor the history of magic and magicians
(a) Objective: Establish a "family tree" of the S.A.M. and then broaden to all magic
(b) Objective: Develop a strategic data base of magic.
Specific strategies support each objective. The strategies are actionable items which are broken down into short range and long range activities needed to achieve the objectives. Each item has a task lead that is responsible for seeing the action to completion and a proposed date for completion of that action.
Task Leads for the Goals:
GOAL 1: Second Vice President
GOAL 2: First Vice President
GOAL 3: President Elect
GOAL 4: Immediate PNP
GOAL 5: Immediate PNP
The strategies (actionable items) continue to be developed by the committee.
A PDF of this document is available by clicking here.
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