Conjuring Arts Research Center

Whether you’re hoping to become a world-class magician or you just have a passing fascination with the occult, this non-profit organization’s collection of over 11,000 books is an amazing resource for aspiring magic-makers. The center preserves written records on psychic phenomenon, hypnosis, deceptive gambling, science and the history of playing cards, mentalism, ventriloquism, juggling and sleight of hand techniques.