'Nerd Heaven'? George Lucas's new museum opens, but it's not just about 'Star Wars'

NPR | By Mandalit del Barco

Published September 24, 2026 at 4:45 AM EDT

George Lucas's new museum opens, but it's not about 'Star Wars'

Mandalit del Barco

As an arts correspondent based at NPR West, Mandalit del Barco reports and produces stories about film, television, music, visual arts, dance and other topics.

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