Back to the Screening Room
April 14, 2026Body
At Magicana, we continue to maintain a massive collection of magic related video. These include films and tapes from the William McIlhany Collection as well as those from other private collections.
A Magical Acquisition
April 01, 2026Body
In a landmark moment for the scholarly study of magic, Indiana University’s Lilly Library has announced the acquisition of the David Ben Magic Collection. The Lilly Library is one of the nation’s preeminent rare books, manuscripts, and special collections libraries.
The Complete Rich Cabinet Collection
December 17, 2024Body
We are delighted to announce that the final volume of The Rich Cabinet Collection has completed shipping.
Remembering the Future
July 20, 2024Body
Friends, followers and fellow magic enthusiasts: we have some very exciting and major news to report regarding Magicana!
Nearly There
July 13, 2024Body
We are delighted to announce that Volumes VII and VIII of The Rich Cabinet Collection are now being packed and shipped! We are 8/9 of the way there!
Appointment to the Order of Canada
June 27, 2024Body
The Order of Canada recognizes individuals—trailblazers—who have enriched the lives of others; who have made a difference to Canada.
David Ben is now recognized as one of those special individuals.
Lifetime Achievement Award 2024
June 21, 2024Body
We are thrilled to conclude our week of celebrations of the Allan Slaight Awards by recognizing author, historian, publisher Stephen Minch, with the Lifetime Achievement Award!
Sharing Wonder 2024
June 20, 2024Body
Today is all about wonder. Sharing it, building it, encouraging it. Congratulations to Mario The Maker Magician who is this year's Sharing Wonder recipient!