Star Wars fans can soon interact with the galaxy from the space opera’s universe. This is a first-time experience in light of the media franchise’s 50th anniversary.
What is the new Star Wars experience?
Called Star Wars: The Experience – A Journey Through the Galaxy, the new experience is the largest and most comprehensive behind-the-scenes exhibition to date. It’ll premiere at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on February 13, 2027, followed by a five-year North American tour.
A report on the official Star Wars website reads, “Told through an extraordinary collection of more than 70 artifacts — many of them on view for the first time from Lucasfilm — the exhibit invites you to take a closer look at legendary screen-used pieces including Darth Maul’s lightsaber hilt and Darth Vader’s menacing armor, as well as a selection of fan-favorite aliens, droids, and creatures, including the Mandalorian’s faithful companion Grogu (from Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, in theaters this summer), and the droid duo that started it all, R2-D2 and C-3PO. A celebration of the depth and breadth of storytelling in the galaxy far, far away, the exhibition also includes vehicles like a full-sized speeder bike and original props from Andor, the critically-acclaimed and Emmy and Peabody Award-winning Disney+ series.”
Created by The Franklin Institute in collaboration with MDSX, Lucasfilm, and Disney Consumer Products, the upcoming Star Wars exhibition will span 18,000 square feet. It will consist of interconnected galleries that feature immersive moments, screen-used artifacts, and an RFID-powered experience for an interactive journey into the Star Wars universe.
Speaking about Star Wars: The Experience – A Journey Through the Galaxy, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute, Larry Dubinski, said, “Star Wars created a cultural landscape that spans decades and delivers massive, undeniable global appeal. Its influence extends far beyond cinema—shaping entertainment, culture, technology, and business, while redefining how stories are created, experienced, and shared across generations. The Franklin Institute is excited to put Philadelphia once again at the center of a major cultural moment with another blockbuster world premiere exhibition in 2027.”
Originally reported by Arvind Rao on SuperHeroHype.com.
