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'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 3:45 AM CDT

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

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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.