Museums: Star Wars Exhibits

From the moment it premiered in 1977, Star Wars became a world-wide sensation. With its classic myth narrative, memorable characters, and depictions of a time long ago and far, far away, generations of fans have been entertained through films, books, and television shows. Museums have capitalized on that attraction to educate as well, using Star Wars to explore issues of identity, science, and the power of myths. The Star Wars Universe may be fictional, but it is also vast enough to be enlightening.

After Dark: Star Wars

The Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh regularly offers 21+ events with pop culture themes that add to the educational and entertainment value of visiting the museum.

Star Wars Identities

The traveling exhibit launched in 2012 and examined the influences that shaped the identities of Anakin Skywalker and Luke Skywalker, as well as others within the Star Wars Universe.

Star Wars: The Magic of Myth

The traveling exhibit examined the original Star Wars trilogy of George Lucas as a modern day myth that borrowed from myths of the past while adding influences from the present as well.

Star Wars: The Power of Costume

The travelling exhibit premiered in 2015, featuring original costumes and designs from both the original trilogy and prequels while highlighting their overall importance within Star Wars.

Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination

The Museum of Science in Boston designed a traveling exhibit in 2005 in order to make science more accessible by exploring the technological advancements of a galaxy far, far away.

The Fans Strike Back

The largest European collection of Star Wars memorabilia was transformed into a traveling exhibit in 2017 and has been featured in Madrid, Paris, Budapest, Las Vegas and New York.

POPULAR CATEGORIES

ABOUT GEEK FRONTIERS

Geek Frontiers showcases Geek Culture as a genuine movement, containing a basic progressive philosophy that can be used not only for entertainment but making a difference and creating a better world through education, charity, social activism, and community building.

Contact us: anthony@geekfrontiers.com

FOLLOW

Copyright @ Anthony Letizia 2007-2024