The 46th World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), also known as Nolacon II, was held on 1–5 September 1988 at the Marriott, Sheraton, and International Hotels, and the New Orleans Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.
The World Science Fiction Society administers and presents the Hugo Awards,[1] the oldest and most noteworthy award for science fiction.
Selection of the recipients is by vote of the Worldcon members.
Categories include novels and short fiction, artwork, dramatic presentations, and various professional and fandom activities.
[1][2] Other awards may be presented at Worldcon at the discretion of the individual convention committee.