From a galaxy far, far away comes an absolute must-see for fans of Star Wars and the silver screen in Bucks on July 20, 2024.

One of the UK’s finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original movie posters is going on display in a stunning exhibition at Discover Bucks Museum in Aylesbury.

Back when the movie Star Wars broke box office records in 1977 no one could have predicted that the merchandising would go on to earn even more than the film itself. The toys of Star Wars took the world by storm and became the must-have playthings for an entire generation.

From 1977 to 1985 an estimated 300 million action figures were sold, allowing children to re-enact the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Han Solo.

May The Toys Be With You is both a celebration of the now highly collectable vintage toy line and also of the iconic design work and art of the Star Wars movies. From X-Wing Fighters to lightsabers, these fantastical designs have fired our imaginations and stamped their place on our cultural landscape.

For little kids and ‘big kids’ alike this is an unmissable opportunity to view many rarely seen Star Wars treasures. This exhibition has broken visitor attendance records at a host of museums around the country, and we’re excited for its first visit to Aylesbury.

The exhibition runs from July 20 to November 3. There is an admission charge to the museum and exhibition.

Opening Event - Saturday, July 20

To celebrate the opening of the exhibition Stormtroopers and other Star Wars characters courtesy of Joker Squad UK will be making an appearance throughout the day for meet and greet and photographs.

We will also be running a Star Wars themed fancy dress competition on the day. Arrive dressed in your best Star Wars themed outfit and register in person no later than 12:30pm. Be ready to parade around the garden in your age category (9s and under, 10 – 15 years, 16 +) for judging from 1pm.

Prizes for the winner in each age category have been kindly donated by Dead Universe Comics, Aylesbury

Marvin the Paranoid Android

Continuing the sci-fi theme and a treat for those visitors who have fond memories of the 1980 BBC Television adaptation of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ by Douglas Adams, we have on display until 3 November the original, screen-used costume prop of Marvin the Paranoid Android.

For more information, opening times, ticket prices and to book visit discoverbucksmuseum.org