Puppeteers of America

Dedicated to The Art of Puppetry

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About PofA

Richard Termine, “Diary of a Mad Man”

Puppeteers of America is a national non-profit organization founded in 1937 to provide information, encourage performances, and build a community of people who celebrate puppet theatre.

Puppeteers of America has produced over 160 national and regional festivals to celebrate and share the art of puppetry. The organization publishes the quarterly magazine, The Puppetry Journal. Founded in 1949, The Puppetry Journal provides a continuing chronicle of contemporary puppetry.

We are proud that so many greats in the field like Jim Henson, Bil Baird, and Burr Tillstrom were active members providing leadership, advice and inspiration. We invite you to explore our website, learn more about this incredible art form, check out the benefits of membership, and join Puppeteers of America today.

MEMBERSHIP

 Since 1937 Puppeteers have proudly been members of this organization.  You could be too!

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There are many ways to donate to Puppeteers of America.  Your gift will help many.

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