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501st Legion · Kentucky

ABOUT THE GARRISON

OUR MISSION

Bad Guys Doing Good. The Bluegrass Garrison is Kentucky’s unit of the 501st Legion, the world’s premier Star Wars costuming organization. We bring the magic of a galaxy far, far away to charity events, conventions, and communities across the Commonwealth — all through the dedication of volunteer members in screen-accurate costumes.

OUR HISTORY

Our Roots

Bluegrass Garrison is the Kentucky subunit of the 501st, the world’s largest Star Wars costume club founded in 1997 and with over 14,000 active members in more than 60 countries. The Legion celebrates the villains, troopers, and morally ambiguous characters of the Star Wars universe — from the Empire and the First Order to bounty hunters, Sith, and the galaxy’s shadiest figures.

Our Founding

In 2018, members of the Midsouth Garrison who resided in Kentucky voted to form their own garrison. The Bluegrass Garrison was officially established on May 4th, 2018 — Star Wars Day.

Today

Today the Bluegrass Garrison is thriving with a growing roster of active members across two squads serving communities throughout the Commonwealth. Our members volunteer at charity events, conventions, parades, and community gatherings across the state.

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WHAT WE DO

Charity Events

Supporting local and national charities through Star Wars themed fundraising events and appearances.

Local Fundraisers

Partnering with Kentucky communities to raise funds for causes that matter to our neighbors.

Parades

Marching in formation through Kentucky’s streets, bringing the Empire’s finest to local celebrations.

Conventions

Representing the 501st Legion at comic cons, fan expos, and pop culture conventions across the region.

Star Wars Events

Movie premieres, May the 4th celebrations, and Star Wars events throughout the year.

OUR SQUADS

SISTER ORGANIZATIONS

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Fulcrum Base

Rebel Legion

Kentucky’s base of the Rebel Legion. Light-side and hero costumes from the Star Wars universe.

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Blue Moon Clan

Mandalorian Mercs

Kentucky’s clan of the Mandalorian Mercs. Mandalorian costumes and characters.

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Jen Ar’rii Temple

Sith Dynasty

Kentucky’s temple of the Sith Dynasty. Sith costumes and characters.

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Kef Bir School

Galactic Academy

Kentucky’s school of the Galactic Academy. Youth costuming for ages under 18.

These clubs are not operated by the 501st Legion or Bluegrass Garrison and are their own separate organizations.