WHAT IS THE EAST COAST BLACK AGE OF COMICS CONVENTION?

The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention, originally slated to be called the Pan-African Comic Convention (PAC-Con) or First World Komix Con (1st World Con), is an annual gathering of comic book artists, writers, their fans, and retailers who are interested in discussing, buying, and selling comic books, sci-fi, action figures and related material by and / or about Black superheroes / super-powered characters / adventures. In addition, the Convention also features panel discussions, self-publishing and graphic arts workshops for aspiring creators, and film screenings of works of veterans and amateurs alike. The Convention is held in Philadelphia each May preceded by a reception / awards ceremony. The ECBACC is the first bona fide “Black Comic Book Convention” in Philadelphia, PA, and serves as a replicable model for community-based comic book conventions. The ECBACC has successfully cultivated images of Black super-powered characters and has effectively served as a nexus, conduit and catalyst for Black comic book creators, their colleagues and fans since 2002!

To Promote

Literacy and Creativity

In youth through comic book writing and drawing workshops.

To Offer

Audiences Exposure

To some of the leading Black artists and writers ​in the comic book industry.

To Provide

A Prominent Showcase

Allowing outstanding Black artists and writers the opportunity to engage in networking with their peers.

To Promote

Positive Black Images

Giving youth of all ages the opportunity to see themselves ​ as heroes.