The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles has announced its 18 inaugural exhibitions ahead of its September 22, 2026 opening. The $1 billion, 100,000-square-foot museum in Exposition Park will feature 32 galleries curated personally by George Lucas, including a dedicated Cinema space showcasing the Lucas Archives with original concept art, costumes, and props from Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Unlike traditional museums, the exhibitions are organized by emotion and storytelling themes such as Adventure, Childhood, Fantasy, and Romance, rather than by time period or artist.
The opening marks the culmination of over seven years of construction and anticipation for the museum, which was initially expected to be a shrine to Star Wars but instead presents a broader vision of narrative art. By grouping works thematically and including diverse genres like Manga/Anime, Comics, and Western Stories, the Lucas Museum challenges conventional museum curation and positions itself as a unique cultural institution in Los Angeles. George Lucas's direct involvement as curator adds significant prestige and personal vision to the project.