Celebrating 50 Years of Star Wars With New Museum Exhibit
WHO:
CNET - The exhibition is created by The Franklin Institute in collaboration with MDSX, Lucasfilm, and Disney Consumer Products.
StarWars.com - Larry Dubinski is the President and CEO of The Franklin Institute.
WHAT:
StarWars.com - The exhibition is titled "Star Wars: The Experience – A Journey Through the Galaxy."
StarWars.com - The exhibition will include a full-sized speeder bike and original props from the Disney+ series "Andor."
CNET - "Star Wars: The Experience" is an exhibition that will show fans what it takes to bring the Skywalker saga to life.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will feature more than 70 artifacts, including Darth Maul’s lightsaber hilt and Darth Vader’s armor.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will span 18,000 square feet and include large immersive moments and screen-used artifacts.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will run from February 13 to September 6, 2027.
WHERE:
CNET - The exhibition will open at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will embark on a five-year tour of North America following its Philadelphia premiere.
WHEN:
StarWars.com - A panel titled "The Making of Star Wars: The Experience" will take place on July 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (PT) at San Diego Comic-Con.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will open on February 13, 2027.
StarWars.com - Tickets for the exhibition will go on sale in November.
WHY:
StarWars.com - Larry Dubinski stated, "Its influence extends far beyond cinema—shaping entertainment, culture, technology, and business, while redefining how stories are created, experienced, and shared across generations."
StarWars.com - The exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of Star Wars and the legacy of the film that launched the Skywalker Saga.
StarWars.com - Larry Dubinski stated that "Star Wars created a cultural landscape that spans decades and delivers massive, undeniable global appeal."
HOW:
StarWars.com - The exhibition will feature an RFID-powered experience for an interactive, personalized, and cinematic journey into the creative force behind Star Wars.
StarWars.com - The panel will be moderated by Ashley Eckstein, featuring experts from Lucasfilm and MDSX, including Matt Martin, Portia Fontes, Abby Bysshe, Dan Picard, and Dave Edmonds.
StarWars.com - The exhibition will include an RFID-powered experience for an interactive, personalized, and cinematic journey into the creative force behind Star Wars.
StarWars.com - The creative team will share insights on balancing cinematic authenticity with exhibition design during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con.
(UPDATED July 7, 2026 23:24 UTC)
A new exhibition titled "Star Wars: The Experience – A Journey Through the Galaxy" is set to showcase a full-sized speeder bike along with original props from the Disney+ series "Andor." Larry Dubinski emphasized the exhibition's significance, noting that its influence extends far beyond cinema, shaping various aspects of entertainment, culture, technology, and business. Visitors can look forward to an RFID-powered experience that promises an interactive, personalized, and cinematic journey into the creative force behind Star Wars.
--
(UPDATED July 7, 2026 21:26 UTC)
A panel titled "The Making of Star Wars: The Experience" is set to take place at San Diego Comic-Con on July 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time. The event will be moderated by Ashley Eckstein and will feature experts from Lucasfilm and MDSX, including Matt Martin, Portia Fontes, Abby Bysshe, Dan Picard, and Dave Edmonds. Fans can look forward to an insightful discussion about the beloved franchise and its impact on pop culture.
--
(UPDATED July 7, 2026 19:42 UTC)
A new exhibition titled "Star Wars: The Experience" is set to open at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 13, 2027, showcasing what it takes to bring the Skywalker saga to life. This immersive event will feature over 70 artifacts, including iconic pieces like Darth Maul’s lightsaber hilt and Darth Vader’s armor, and will span 18,000 square feet, offering fans a unique interactive journey into the creative force behind Star Wars. Following its Philadelphia premiere, the exhibition will embark on a five-year tour across North America, with tickets going on sale in November.