Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume

Take a unique journey into the Star Wars™ universe as characters are brought to life through a dramatic presentation of more than 70 original costumes. Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume will closely examine the captivating process of costume design for iconic outfits featured in all seven films of the Star Wars series—from Queen Amidala’s lavish gowns to Darth Vader’s imposing black armor.

Watch the designers and actors through several exhibition videos. Learn cultural and historic context as interpreted by Smithsonian scholars. Experience the processes of concept artists and costume designers with interactive encounters. Explore the artistry of the world’s most recognized cinematic costumes, including Queen Amidala, Chewbacca, X-Wing Pilots, and Droids, including C-3PO and R2-D2.

This exhibition goes beyond the chronological, literary, or filmic order often used to chronicle Star Wars. It focuses instead on the creative process, encompassing the essence of George Lucas’ vision and the exciting challenge of translating his iconic characters into a dynamic reality.

Stormtrooper

*Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi*

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Queen Amidala

Throne Room Gown

*Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace*

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Concept Art

Chewbacca

*Star Wars™: A New Hope*

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Concept Art

Queen Amidala

Senate Gown

*Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace*

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C-3PO

*Star Wars™: Empire Strikes Back*

R2-D2

*Star Wars™: A New Hope*

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Han Solo

*Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi*

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Darth Sidious

Senate Chamber Robes

*Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith*

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Tusken Raider

Female Costume

*Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones*

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Boba Fett

*Star Wars*™: *The Empire Strikes Back*

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Plan Your Visit

Individual Tickets

Admission to the exhibition is available through timed-entry tickets. Certain time slots are already selling out—advance reservations are highly recommended.

Tickets include an audio guide (also available in kid-friendly and Spanish versions), and general admission to the museum.

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Group Tickets & Event Rentals—Now Available

Tickets for groups of 10 or more are now available, as well as reservations for private gallery rentals and events, including 2016 holiday parties. Please contact Group Sales at 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@denverartmuseum.org for group tickets and booking details.

School & Youth Groups

Field trip reservation times are booking quickly. Learn more about field trip availability, audio guides, chaperones, and other details, then submit a reservation request. Tickets are $5 per student.

Location & Parking

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Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume was developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in partnership with the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and in consultation with Lucasfilm Ltd. Objects in this exhibition are on loan from the Archives of Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Star Wars™ and all related characters, names and indicia are trademarks of & copyright © & TM 2017 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.

The presentation at the Denver Art Museum is generously funded by the Kemper/UMB Foundations, Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, Lu and Chris Law, and Fine Arts Foundation. Additional funding is provided by the donors to the Annual Fund Leadership Campaign, and the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Promotional support is provided by 5280 Magazine, CBS4, Comcast Spotlight, and The Denver Post.