May the Toys Be With You exhibition – Lynn Museum, King’s Lynn
A wonderful exhibition of toys and memorabilia is coming to Lynn Museum this summer.
Opening in time for the summer holidays on 15 July, ‘May the Toys Be With You’ showcases one of the UK’s finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original cinema posters, from 1977-1985. It is a celebration of the now highly collectable vintage toy line and of the iconic design work and art of the Star Wars movies.
In 1977, the first Star Wars film broke box office records. But nobody could have predicted that the merchandising would end up earning more than the film itself. Star Wars toys became the must-have playthings for an entire generation, with an estimated 300 million action figures sold between 1977 and 1985.
The exhibition is not only a celebration of classic toys and collectables but also of the iconic design and art-work of the Star Wars films. From X-Wing Fighters to lightsabers, these fantastic creations have fired the imagination and made their mark on the cultural landscape since the first film was released over forty years ago.
The collection is owned by Star Wars devotee, Matt Fox, who bought his first toy aged five. His collection is now one of the finest and most complete in the UK.
The exhibition runs from 15 July 2025 to 31 May 2026. For more information, openings times and admission visit
