About the 501st NEG

What does the 501st mean to you?

You get away with walking around in public in an armored suit and a big gun. How outstanding is that? Ohh yeah and the camaraderie and community service. ;)

Craig Alarie, tb3522

About the 501st New England Garrison

The New England Garrison is part of a Star Wars costuming fan club that currently holds a 4000+ membership in all 50 U.S. states and 25 countries worldwide. From Stormtroopers to Snowtroopers, Bounty Hunters to Sith Lords, the 501st is the premier Imperial Star Wars costuming fan club in the galaxy!

In addition to having fun in costume, we also enjoy helping our community. We have had the opportunity to participate in charity events, children's hospital visits, fundraisers, movie premieres, celebrity appearances and conventions.We can be seen in newspapers, the news, and all over the internet.

If you are looking to learn more about the NEG, you have come to the right place. Follow the links below to see how we got where we are today and what we have in store for the future.

A Brief History of the 501st and the NEG

Inviting the NEG to an event

The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm.